SummaryPrepare and operate Extra-Corporeal equipment including VADs and ECMO for a variety of clinical procedures including heart, lung and liver transplant, and regional chemotherapy including; isolated limb and liver perfusion as well as HIPEC procedures. Provide necessary support and assistance to the surgical team as it relates to these procedures.
Primary Responsibilities - Set up, prime and operate appropriate extra-corporeal equipment for use in operating room.
- Operate and maintain the extra-corporeal equipment and circuit during clinical procedures.
- Administer blood, heparin, anesthetics and other pharmacological agents into the extra-corporeal circuit during clinical procedures under the direct supervision of the attending physicians.
- Draw blood and other samples from the extra-corporeal circuit as requested by attending physicians.
- Monitor patient status during surgery, maintain all appropriate documents, and keep surgical team informed.
- Consult with surgeon regarding unusual, abnormal, or life-threatening conditions and take appropriate action during surgery.
- Ensure equipment is clean, properly maintained and is stored in good working order, and that an adequate supply of necessary disposable items is readily available.
- Transport extra-corporeal equipment to other areas of the hospital as necessary and maintain appropriate records regarding this activity.
- Assemble, prime, prepare and operate various "CPS/ECMO" systems.
- Evaluate and recommend purchase of equipment.
- Assist or train appropriate personnel in regard to monitoring and life support systems used outside the operating room.
- Provide expertise to investigators during research activities involving open heart surgery.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge - Skills - Abilities- Knowledge of techniques, methods, and procedures of cardiopulmonary perfusion.
- Ability to integrate and interpret findings on the basis of general medical knowledge and to exercise independent judgment in relation to the technical aspects of the job duties.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
QualificationsAppropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.
Minimum Required Education: Associate's Degree in cardiopulmonary perfusion
Minimum Required Experience: Previous cardiopulmonary perfusion experience preferred.
Physical RequirementsWork requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.
Work EnvironmentOccasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
Sensory AcuityAbility to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.
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Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
- 403B Retirement Package
- Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Pet Insurance
- On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
- Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
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