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Phoenix Children's lists this Perfusionist opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Perfusionist
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.
Department: PCMG-MAIN | Cardio Surgery Faculty
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm
Category: Advanced Practice Clinicians
Posting #:
Employee Type: Full-Time
Position Duties
Operates 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, & Values
Mission
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
Education
Completion of Perfusion Technology Program accredited by the ABCP.
Required
Additional Requirements
Current Clinical Perfusion – ABCP – CCP-A or eligibility; 3 attempts allowed to obtain certification.
Required
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
Required
Certification / License / Registry Requirements For The Position
Basic Life Support - Required
Cert Clinical Perfusion - ABCP - Required
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - OccasionallyPhysical Requirement - Reaching - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Sitting - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Near Vision - ConstantlyPhysical Requirement - Far Vision - Constantly
Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly
Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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