PS Cardiovascular Perfusionist
PS Cardiovascular Perfusionist
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Job Description
The University of Utah is looking for a strong team player hard worker and an individual with a desire to help the program succeed. The University of Utah Hospital performs approximately 1000 cardiac cases per year. We are involved in a wide variety of cardiac cases including but not limited to: CABG valve LVAD RVAD heart and lung transplantation Dissections Pulmonary Thromboendarterectomy adult congenital etc. Perfusion also provides services related to autotransfusion component therapy coagulation testing TAVRs and HIPEC . There is some involvement with ECMO and occasionally Intraaortic Balloon pumps. 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 clinical perfusionists will be part of the clinical education of these students and may also have the opportunity to teach didactically in the classroom. Oncall responsibilities during the week as well as weekends and holidays are divided amongst the team. These duties described are generally descriptive but not allinclusive.
Responsibilities
1. Responsible for all clinical aspects of perfusion services including cardio pulmonary support so saving 2. Administer Pharmacologic agents through the circuit 3. Keeps appropriate record in compliance with all regulatory and university policies 4. Submits appropriate documentation for credentialing on annual basis 5. Works closely with OR manager and clinical nurse coordinator to ensure compliance with all operating room policies and procedures 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 emergent situations. Must be able to maintain solid interpersonal relationships. Must be able to arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes of being called.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of a formal academic training program in cardiovascular perfusion or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). 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.
Employment Type
Full Time
