Perfusionist

Travelling Perfusionist

Licensure: Current State of Connecticut Perfusion License Certifications: Current ABCP Certification, Current BLS Certification

The position is Full time (40hrs/wk) which includes rotating shifts plus call obligation (including weekend and holiday rotations). A 30-minute response time is required when on call. The schedule follows a 13-person rotation, with an equal number of:

• Morning shifts (0600-1430)
• Afternoon shifts (1400-2230)
• Call shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd Call weekday and weekend shifts)
• Call shifts are 24hrs (0600-0600)

As assigned, a perfusionist performs (under the supervision of a licensed physician and according to prescribed procedures) those functions necessary for the support and treatment of the cardiopulmonary system of an adult patient. A perfusionist performs advanced technical work in the selection, preparation, operation, and maintenance of the heart/lung machine and accessory equipment. The work area is primarily the operating room, but the possibility exists for working throughout the hospital (i.e.: Cath Lab, Emergency Room and ICU).

Responsibilities:

• Provide perfusion support for elective and STAT adult open-heart procedures (CABG, AVR, MVR, Aortic Repairs, AngioVac, Heart Transplants, ECMO and Acute VADs)
• Provide perfusion support for non-cardiac procedures such as:
• Liver Transplants
• HIPEC
• ECMO (VV)
• Autologous Blood Recovery
• Provide perfusion support for cardiac support devices:
• IABP
• Impella CP, 5.5 and RP Flex
• ProTek Duo
• ECMO (VA)
• CentriMag
• HeartMate 3
• Safely conduct perfusion scope of practice in accordance with the guidelines and policies of Hospital and the Department of Cardiovascular Perfusion.
• Administer medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents under the supervision of the attending physicians.
• Perform equipment maintenance and checklists as required.
• Make appropriate changes in therapy after consultation with the attending physician(s).
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Perform documentation associated with described responsibilities.
• Maintain proficiency with accessory equipment and procedures.
• Participate as assigned with the ordering and maintenance of supplies.
• Participate with development and revision of policy and procedure, performance improvement, quality management, and staff education.
• Assists other staff members and hospital personnel in completion of needed tasks; and makes patient care and/or interdepartmental service the number one priority.
• Perform duties and responsibilities according to the philosophy and standards of Hospital, including conveying courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, and positive attitude in work situations with patients, peers, medical staff, and visitors.