Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Perfusion) UI Heart and Vascular Center

University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a full-time Cardiovascular Perfusionist to operate Cardiopulmonary Bypass during open-heart surgeries and other medical addition the perfusionist is responsible for other mechanical circulatory support and patient monitoring devices and techniques including: VADs ECMO IABPs HIPEC point-of-care testing for anticoagulation and other patient monitoring during these procedures.

Percent of Time:100%
Schedule: Monday-Friday
On-Call assignment (includes Weeknight/Weekend/University Holidays)

The university is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City a city of some 77000 people (170000 in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nations best places to live. Iowa City blends the charm of a small town with the energy of a vibrant university community offering residents a high quality of life in a welcoming and intellectually rich environment. The city boasts a strong sense of community with walkable neighborhoods excellent public schools and top-rated healthcare making the city ideal for families professionals and students alike.

Position Responsibilities:

• Operate cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and other life support equipment during cardiac transplant and vascular surgical procedures
• Monitor patient blood gasses electrolytes and anticoagulation during procedures and adjust in accordance with LIP and hospital protocols
• Help set up initiate and transport long-term mechanical circulatory support devices (VADs IABPs and ECMO) when needed.
• Assess each surgical case and choose correct equipment and cannula based on patient need and physician preference
• Assure regulatory requirements are met and continuous quality improvement occurs as evidenced by performing monthly audits of quality control data quality improvement indicators/thresholds and documentation of improvements for all aspects of care relating to perfusion
• Assure daily adequate supply stock and equipment are ready for use in an emergency
• Process all remaining blood from the CPB circuit with autologous blood recovery equipment as requested
• Clinically instruct perfusion students for the University of Iowa Perfusion Technology Program
• Take call and arrive at hospital within 30 minutes window
• Function ethically and professionally at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain good Clinical and Professional standing with the ABCP

University of Iowa Health Carerecognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowas only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12000 employees students and volunteers work together to provide safe quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.