Cardiac Perfusionist

We are hiring an experienced full time Cardiac Perfusionist to join our growing team in beautiful Pittsburgh, PA! Travel opportunities are available too!!

With great Sign On bonuses (up to $25k!!), relocation assistance and full benefits, this Day shift opportunity is the dream job!! Whether it be shopping, museums, dining, breweries, hiking, sporting events or entertainment; there is something here in Pittsburgh for everyone!

Compensation:

Salary based on years of experience with -

• Sign on bonus
• Relocation assistance,
• Full benefits (PTO, On call pay, tuition assistance, retirement 401k and pension)

Description:

As assigned, a perfusionist performs, under the supervision of a licensed physician and according to prescribed procedures, those functions necessary for the support and treatment of the cardiopulmonary system of a patient. A perfusionist performs advanced technical work in the selection, preparation, operation, and maintenance of the heart/lung machine and accessory equipment. The work area is primarily the operating room, but the possibility exists for working throughout the hospital.

Responsibilities:

Maintain proficiency with accessory equipment and procedures. Perform duties and responsibilities according to our philosophy and standards including conveying courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, and positive attitude in work situations with patients, peers, medical staff, and visitors. Administer medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents under the supervision by the attending physicians. Perform equipment maintenance checklists as required. Provide perfusion support for non-cardiac procedures such as: transplantation, chemoperfusion, ECMO, cardiac support devices, component therapy, and blood recovery. Assist in the evaluation of new equipment. Participate in on-call schedule per institutional policy. Support continuing education and research as required by the perfusionist's scope of practice. Instruct students, residents and others in new procedures and equipment. Participate as assigned with the ordering and maintenance of supplies. Participate with development and revision of policy and procedure, performance improvement, quality management, and staff education. Assists other staff members and hospital personnel in completion of needed tasks; and makes patient care and/or interdepartmental service the number one priority.

Qualifications:

Current certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusionists

For immediate consideration on this position and others like it, please respond with an updated CV and times you’re available to connect to Matt Stein at Palm Health Resources!