Perfusionist
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are searching for a Perfusionist -- someone who works well in a fast-paced this position you will provide perfusion services to support cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) during congenital heart surgery ECMO support VAD support and cell saver procedures in an age-appropriate manner.
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs direct patient care by operating the heart lung machine ECMO VAD cell saver and other support systems.
- Sets up CPB circuits and other support systems according to case preferences and age appropriateness 100% of the time.
- Completes the pre-pump checklist prior to the start of CPB 100% of the time.
- Administer blood and medications before and during CPB per protocol and as directed by the surgeon/anesthesiologist 100% of the time.
- Maintains pre-established range for mean arterial pressures by using appropriate interventions such as the use of Isoflurane via a vaporizer and/or the use of medications as directed by the surgeon or anesthesiologist 100% of the time.
- Maintains appropriate patient temperature levels during CPB as directed by the surgeon/anesthesiologist 100% of the time.
- Maintains physiological correct blood gases and ACT levels during CPB using appropriate medications as necessary as directed by the surgeon/anesthesiologist 100% of the time.
- Provides patient support to monitor care areas during ECMO/VAD procedures 100% of the time.
- Ensures that pump team supplies and equipment are readily available at all times.
- Completes Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) for all analyzers (ACT glucometers Gem Premiere) 100% of the time.
- Participates in Staff education and is responsible for personal professional growth and development.
- As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Skills & Requirements
- Required bachelors degree in science
- Required LP - Licensed Perfusionist by the State of Texas Medical Board
Required CCP - Cert-Cer Clinical Perfusionist by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion acquired within 18 months of entering the role
Key Skills
- Data Analytics
- Customer Care Service
- ABAP
- Equity
- Home Care
- BI
About Company
Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades suc ... View more
