ECMO Specialist - RT
ECMO Specialist - RT
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Job Description
The ECMO Specialist is responsible for following ECMO policies and procedures in patient care. The ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) Specialist operates and maintains the ECMO circuit and equipment for patients requiring long-term pulmonary or cardiac support. The Specialist functions independently following standing ECMO orders and parameters while under the direction of the ECMO Physician and ECMO Supervisor. The Specialist will incorporate all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of care to the patient demonstrate expertise in caring for patients with multiple or complex conditions by monitoring the patients status and ECMO circuit maintain the ECMO pump and assumes responsibility for identifying and correcting problems associated with any ECMO procedures and provide ECMO services as ordered by an ECMO physician in accordance with established policies procedures and guidelines.
Qualifications
Graduate of a CoARC approved respiratory care program AND Bachelors degree in related discipline. Minimum of one year ICU experience as a Respiratory Therapist. ICU experience is required. Must maintain active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care and Respiratory Care Professionals. One year RT experience within the last five years preferred. Two years of ICU experience as a Respiratory Therapist preferred.
Current Minnesota Respiratory Therapist (LRT) license. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent determined by site is required. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained prior to completion of orientation where applicable. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
