Perfusionist

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm

Category: Advanced Practice Clinicians Posting #: 1054395

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary: This position operates the Heart/Lung Bypass machine and other ancillary technologies during surgical procedures requiring cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) to support the cardiorespiratory function of patients during cardiothoracic surgery. Position DutiesOperates the Heart/Lung Bypass machine during surgical procedures requiring cardiopulmonary bypass to support the cardiorespiratory function of patients during cardiothoracic surgery. Selects appropriate equipment and techniques in accordance with policy. Provides optimal physiologic management including blood gas analysis, venous saturation, cerebral/splanchnic oximetry, cardiac index, anticoagulation, and vital organ monitoring. Uses clinical and technical expertise to select and manage MCAD devices. Supports implantation and prolonged management of VADs including Berlin Heart Excor, Total Artificial Heart, paracorporeal VADs, and ECLS. Works with cardiothoracic surgery to monitor patient outcomes and collect clinical data; participates in cardiothoracic and anesthesia research. Assists cardiothoracic surgeons with surgical procedures and prepares extracorporeal devices for implantation. Accompany the Heart Procurement Team during select transplant cases, which may include traveling or flying to external hospitals and procurement facilities. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & ValuesMission To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families Vision Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education. We realize this vision by: Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families Values We place children and families at the center of all we do We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications: Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed. EducationDo you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Completion of Perfusion Technology Program accredited by the ABCP. Required Yes No

Additional Requirements: Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Current Clinical Perfusion – ABCP – CCP-A or eligibility; 3 attempts allowed to obtain certification. Required Yes No 2. Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Required Yes No Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential1.Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently 2.Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Occasionally 3.Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly 4.Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Occasionally 5.Physical Requirement - Reaching - Occasionally 6.Physical Requirement - Sitting - Occasionally 7.Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently 8.Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Frequently 9.Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently 10.Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently 11.Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly 12.Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Constantly 13.Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly 14.Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently 15.Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently 16.Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally 17.Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable 18.Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable 19.Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable 20.Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable 21.Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirementsand occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree