Perfusionist, Jewish Hospital

UofL Health

  • Louisville, Kentucky
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    In charge of the setup and operation of the RIS devices, cell saver devices, the IABP, various VAD devices, and ECMO/ELSO devices. Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher in a medical, science field or Perfusion technology, or completion of a perfusionist certificate (required).

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLouisville, Kentucky

    Description

    Primary Location:

    JHHS - Jewish Hospital - ULP - CMG

    Address:

    200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202

    Shift:

    None (United States of America)

    Job Description Summary:

    Perform all adult perfusion services.

    Job Description:

    • Performs cardiopulmonary bypass for adult perfusion procedures
    • Assists with venovenous bypass for liver transplants
    • In charge of the setup and operation of the RIS devices, cell saver devices, the IABP, various VAD devices, and ECMO/ELSO devices
    • Performs and monitors hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemoperfusion for advanced cancer procedures
    • Performs or provides standby coverage for percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA, TAVR, TEVAR)
    • Provide educational functions for the patient, family members and allied health personnel.
    • Provide evaluations on new products utilized in clinic or surgical OR
    • Contribute/conduct to research in collaboration with CII (Cardiovascular Innovation Institute) and CARE (Clinical Cardiovascular Research)
    • Performs and monitors equipment for AngioVac procedures
    • Monitors and maintains point of care and diagnostic equipment
    • Precepts perfusion students

    Additional Job Description:

    Education:

    • Bachelor's Degree or higher in a medical, science field or Perfusion technology, or completion of a perfusionist certificate (required)

    Experience:

    •  Two years of experience in cardiovascular perfusion preferred

    Certifications:

    • Board certified or eligible by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (required)

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