PS Cardiovascular Perfusionist

Job Summary
Primary Childrens Hospital affiliated with the University of Utah performs approximately 350400 open heart cases per year with another 100 pump standby cases. We are looking for someone who is a strong team player hard worker and has a desire to see the program succeed. The perfusionist is responsible for setup priming and operation of the heartlung console for circulatory support procedures as well as other ancillary equipment. The University of Utah pediatric perfusionist is involved in a wide variety of cardiac cases including but not limited to: ASD VSD Tetralogy of Fallot AV Canal Norwood Glenn Fontan unifocalization valve repair/replacement LVAD RVAD sVAD heart transplantation etc. Perfusion also provides services related to autotransfusion perfusion standby and coagulation testing. There is limited involvement with ECMO but Perfusion is occasionally asked to consult on difficult ECMO patients. Perfusion is also involved in air ECMO transport where we assist the ECMO primers during transport. We are affiliated with the University of Utah School of Medicine which has a rich history of providing excellent medical training and has recently provided the opportunity to teach and train upcoming perfusion students by starting a masters level Perfusion Program. All perfusionists will be a part of the clinical education of these students and may also have the opportunity to teach didactically in the classroom in addition to performing clinical responsibilities. Oncall responsibilities are divided equally amongst the team. The duties described are generally descriptive but not allinclusive.

Responsibilities
Major Duties and Responsibilities Routinely performs safety and performance checks on all equipment prior to use Sets up and primes any extracorporeal circuit according to protocol ECMO consultation and assistance with air transport Clinical Instruction of perfusion students Possible didactic instruction of perfusion students Conducts perfusion related procedures per protocol Records all procedural information relating to perfusion according to protocol Acquires and records pertinent patient information Thoroughly completes patient records and ancillary paperwork for each procedure Assesses each case with respect to surgeon preferences and selects appropriate disposable supplies Responsible for completing the preprocedure checklist Performs and documents Quality Control testing on all laboratory equipment per laboratory recommendations and requirements Wears protective equipment Keeps work area neat and well organized Communicates pertinent information throughout the procedure to appropriate personnel Gives an appropriate handoff when being given relief Disposes of used or contaminated equipment or supplies in an appropriate manner Carefully cleans all equipment and surfaces with an appropriate solution per hospital regulations Restocks supplies Readies equipment and supplies as much as possible for emergent use Checks and maintains inventory levels Sets up prepares and uses ancillary equipment Complies with all AABB standards relating to the use and handling of perioperative blood and blood products Does not leave the hospital premises prior to the patient leaving the operating room without notifying the attending surgeon or designate. (This listing is not allinclusive and does not exclude other functions that could be assigned) Performance Requirements Personal Must be in good physical and mental health. Must be able to push heavy equipment and lift or move supplies. Must be able to work in high stress and emergency situations. Must be able to maintain solid interpersonal relationships. Professional Must be willing to work in highly stressful conditions with exposure to blood and blood products needles sharp instruments possible exposure to infectious disease and bloodborne pathogens as well as exposure to anesthetic and chemotherapy agents. The perfusionist must be willing to work long and unpredictable hours and assume call responsibilities as assigned. Must be able to perform duties as an individual as well as part of a team. Education Must maintain their personal credentialing and licensure set forth by the ABCP state and their employer. The perfusionist will be involved with the clinical instruction of perfusion students as well as the possibility of teaching in the School of Medicine.

Minimum Qualifications
Completion of a formal academic training program in cardiovascular perfusion. Current certification by the American Board of cardiovascular perfusion. This position is patientsensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients coworkers and community by requiring all patientsensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Care is appropriate to the population served. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.