Perfusionist (Remote)

The Perfusionist is responsible for all clinical aspects of perfusion services, including the operation of a wide range of mechanical life support systems. They operate the equipment necessary to maintain extracorporeal circulation during situations where it is required to support or temporarily replace the patient's circulatory and/or respiratory function. The Perfusionist is also responsible for drug administration, following the guidelines outlined in the Physician Preference Card and/or direct physician orders. Additionally, the Perfusionist performs autologous blood replacement and may complete some point-of-care lab testing.

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The Cardiovascular Surgery team at St. George Regional Hospital is looking to add a 4th perfusionist to our team.

We currently provide coverage for an average of 300 pump cases a year and stand by for structural heart including TAVR, lead extractions and other high-risk cases.

Monitors and documents the anticoagulation status of the patient and medicates per established protocols. Cleans and maintains perfusion equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.

Documents all patient assessments, care delivery, and technical interventions in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory standards.

Performs heart and lung assist pump implantation, including short-term cardiopulmonary support (CPS) for emergent Cath Lab and bedside rescue; and RVAD/LVAD/VIVAD support for patients who fail to wean from CPB, are transferred post-surgery from other institutions, or require temporary support following VAD implantation.

Provides CPS/VAD training to other Intermountain Healthcare facilities, and trains and mentors other perfusionists.

Carries out perfusion related research (e.g., CPS, VAD, Pharmacology testing).

Patient Assessment & Monitoring

Equipment Operation & Troubleshooting

Healthcare Language Fluency

Completion of a formal academic training program in Cardiopulmonary Perfusion (or granted 'Grandfather' status by the American Board of Cardiopulmonary Perfusionists).

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers.

Experience managing patients being transported on mechanical circulatory support or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation from outside institutions by air or ground transport.

Ongoing need for caregiver to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require caregiver to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

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