About this opportunity
UT Southwestern Medical Center lists this PERFUSIONIST opportunity in dallas, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary
Works under general supervision to provide support, treatment, measurement, and/or supplementation of patient's cardiopulmonary and circulatory function.
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Education
Bachelor's Degree in an allied health field, perfusion, or related scientific field, and graduate of an accredited Perfusion program
Experience
No prior experience required
Licenses and Certifications
Must be American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Certified, or eligible for American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification.
Must have Perfusion licensure by Texas Medical Board, or meet requirements to obtain licensure.
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT through course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
Job Duties
Consult with physician on selection of equipment and techniques to be used during procedures.
Set up heart-lung machine for surgeons; operates bypass equipment.
Prepare life support system as dictated by cardiac surgery staff.
Conduct bypasses for heart surgeries and liver transplants.
Maintain equipment; performs routine functionality checks of equipment.
Research special topics and unusual cases to provide current and effective treatment.
Maintain adequate inventory of supplies.
Assist with laboratory research projects.
Give in-services for students and residents.
Administer medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents via extracorporeal circuits.
Perform other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Primary Location
Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job
Clinical
Organization
- CT-Adult Cardiac Surgery
Schedule
Full-time
Shift
Day Job
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
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Worksite address
dallas, TX, 75215, US
Who can apply
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