Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is searching for a skilled Perfusionist to join our team in an exciting academic medical setting!
Penn State Health offers an opportunity to work with varied patient populations in a department with exposure to unique cases and where transplants are performed. The Perfusionist is responsible for operation and maintenance of the heart-lung machine, cardiopulmonary support devices including intra-aortic balloon pump, ventricular assist devices and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation as well as blood loss management equipment such as Cell Saver and Rapid Infuser. The Perfusionist will set up, prime, initiate and troubleshoot extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for the infant, pediatric and adult patients. The Perfusionist performs intra-operative Point-of-Care testing (ACTs, ABGs) for the cardiothoracic patient, and initiates, manages and troubleshoots ventricular assist devices.
As a leader within the department, the Perfusionist oversees the duties and performance of the Perfusion Assistants in the absence of the Chief Perfusionist.
As a Perfusionist in an academic setting, the individual assists with research activities relating to extracorporeal circulation which include data collection, evaluation and analysis on all cardiopulmonary bypass procedures. Additionally, the Perfusionist contributes their expertise by assisting faculty researchers in design of projects and preparation of proposals. Other academic support will include developing new research and clinical protocols and procedures, modifying existing protocols, and assisting in preclinical testing of new devices and techniques prior to their use in patient care areas of the Hospital.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) accredited school of perfusion technology required.
Current certification by the ABCP as a Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) or attain CCP status within two (2) years of graduation from an ABCP accredited school of perfusion technology required.
A valid, current license in the State of Pennsylvania or licensure eligible is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
2 Years of experience as a Perfusionist
Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology, Physiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Nursing, Perfusion Sciences or related field preferred.
Penn State Health offers exceptional benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and a competitive paid time off program to ensure that our employees enjoy strong work life balance. This is a great opportunity for an individual seeking an opportunity to advance their skills in an academic setting while working collaboratively with a team of professionals with vast experience in the field.
If chosen for this position, you may be required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position’s responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDFfor more detailed steps for assistance.
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