Date: 06-25-10
Title: CARDIOVASCULAR PERFUSIONIST
Location: Springfield, OR
Department: PHOR-OHVI CARDIOVASCULAR SURGEONS
(SHRB/CARDI/OHVI/75165)
Hours/Week: 1
FTE: Per Diem
Shift: Variable
Work Hours: Variable
Work Days: Variable
Job Type: Regular
Req #: peac-00014216
Salary Range: $41.79 - $58.49
Company Profile:
At PeaceHealth, we carry on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by
promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering,
and treating each person in a loving and caring way. The fulfillment of
this Mission is our shared purpose. It drives all that we are and all
that we do. To those who embrace the spirit of these words and our
commitment to Exceptional Medicine and Compassionate Care, we offer the
opportunity to learn and grow as a member of the PeaceHealth family.
Job Description:
Job Purpose and Responsibilities:
Cardiovascular Perfusionist with experience in adult cardiothoracic
surgery. Knowledge base of centrifugal and displacement bypass circuits,
membrane oxygenation, vacuum-assisted circuits, retrograde cerebral and
cardiac perfusion, bypass variations for complex aortic surgery, plus
an understanding of intra-aortic balloon physiology and maintenance.
Major responsibilities included but not limited to:
Cooperative participation in Team approach to cardiac surgery .
Responsible for conducting extracorporeal circulation and ensuring the
safe management of cardiorespiratory functions during any medical
situation where it is necessary to support the patient's
cardiorespiratory function. Provide continuous monitoring, including
real time arterial pressure monitoring and other necessary physiologic
variables during cardiopulmonary bypass. Administers, on prescription,
blood products, anesthetic agents and other drugs through the CPB
circuit.
Reviews the patient's medical history and is cognizant of unusual
circumstances which might effect the conduct of perfusion. Dialogue and
input on the part of the perfusionist also takes place with the
surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses in regard to the immediate care
of the patient.
Prepare records, data sheets, special study forms and necessary
laboratory requisitions.
Performs quality assurance check of point of care laboratory equipment.
Sets up bypass circuit consisting of the oxygenator, cardiotomy
reservoir, filters, tubing and connectors maintaining sterile technique.
Acquire arterial access for continuous pressure monitoring and
laboratory access.
Determines the appropriate solution to prime the system, debubbles
appropriate chambers and regulates heater-cooler.
Insures proper function of low level alarms, temperature probes,
pressure monitors and O2 saturation monitor.
Conducts extracorporeal perfusion, critical life support during cardiac
surgery. The following assessments are made during this process:
adequate perfusion, pressure, oxygenation, anticoagulation, temperature
control, urine output and acidbase balance. Notes any deviation in
these parameters on the Perfusion Record and takes action to correct
them.
Records events during Cardiopulmonary Bypass.
Participation in ongoing clinical trials and studies as directed by lead
staff
Routine maintenance of perfusion equipment
On call weeknights and weekends as scheduled.
Ongoing maintenance of professional certifications
The job may have additional responsibilities as assigned.
Education:
Nationally certified. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
National Cardiovascular Certification
Experience:
Minimum 1-2 years experience in adult cardiothoracic surgery
Special Skills Required:
Team oriented, scheduling flexibility
Interpersonal Behavior:
Demonstrates a caring, respectful and compassionate attitude towards all
people.
Takes responsibility for personal growth.
Takes initiative to meet the challenges within the environment.
Oriented toward solutions through collaboration.
Physical Abilities:
Ability to bend/twist/stoop; lift up to 35 lbs on a regular basis;
push/pull; standing/sitting/walking; tolerate repetitive motion.
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