Perfusionist - Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (Full-Time)

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center's Department of Perfusion is seeking a Full-Time Perfusionist

Position Description:

Under the direction of the Perfusion Director, responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Providing patient care within the scope of practice of perfusion services
Performing clinical duties which include Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB), Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumping (IABP), Autologous Blood Processing, Cardiopulmonary Support (CPS), Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), Ventricular Assist Device (VAD), Rapid Infusion, Hemoconcentration/ Ultrafiltration, Coagulation Monitoring, Blood Gas Analysis, Isolated Limb Perfusion, and Veno-Veno Bypass
Providing safe, clinical perfusion care and providing perfusion practices within the department to meet The Joint Commission, State Health Department and other regulatory agency standards
Working collaboratively with other disciplines in ensuring comprehensive patient care
Evaluating new techniques and, if approved, assisting with implementation of new clinical programs
Evaluating new equipment for clinical applications

Minimum Requirements:
Please apply if you possess these qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Perfusion required or Bachelors degree in a science related field and Certificate of completion from an accredited Perfusion program required
PA State Licensed and certification as a perfusionist by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) or eligible to take the ABCP exams required
Effective verbal and written communication skills required