Operate extracorporeal cardiopulmonary support equipment
Manage blood gases and hemodynamic status
Administer medications via extracorporeal circuit
Highmark Health is seeking a Perfusionist for Forbes Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, responsible for providing perfusion services during various surgical procedures, particularly those involving cardiopulmonary support. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant degree, state licensure, and certification, alongside a commitment to professional development and patient care
Job Summary
The role involves assembling, operating, and maintaining extracorporeal cardiopulmonary support equipment for patients undergoing open heart surgery and high-risk invasive procedures.
Employees must ensure proper physiologic management by monitoring blood gases, chemistries, and hemodynamic status while administering medications through the extracorporeal circuit.
The position requires on-call duties including nights, weekends, and holidays, with potential for 24-hour support or air/ground transportation of ECLS patients.
Matching Summary
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Highmark Health is seeking a Perfusionist for Forbes Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, responsible for providing perfusion services during various surgical procedures, particularly those involving cardiopulmonary support. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant degree, state licensure, and certification, alongside a commitment to professional development and patient care.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
operate extracorporeal cardiopulmonary support equipment
manage blood gases and hemodynamic status
administer medications via extracorporeal circuit
provide ECMO and ECLS therapy support
troubleshoot mechanical circulatory support devices
Nice-to-have
experience with auto transfusion techniques
knowledge of state-of-the-art technology
willingness for temporary deployment
interdisciplinary educational opportunities
Key Requirements
Licensed in the state of PA as a Perfusionist
Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or related sciences