Job Description

The ECMO Specialist is responsible for following ECMO policies and procedures in patient care. The ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) Specialist operates and maintains the ECMO circuit and equipment for patients requiring long-term pulmonary or cardiac support. The Specialist functions independently following standing ECMO orders and parameters while under the direction of the ECMO Physician and ECMO Coordinator. The Specialist will incorporate all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of care to the patient, demonstrate expertise in caring for patients with multiple or complex conditions by monitoring the patient's status and ECMO circuit, maintain the ECMO pump and manage the ECMO patient, assume responsibility for identifying and correcting problems associated with any ECMO procedures, and provide ECMO services as ordered by an ECMO physician in accordance with established policies, procedures and guidelines.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Holders of F1 status eligible for post-completion OPT are welcome to apply. This role is NOT eligible to participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

A candidate for the position of ECMO Specialist must have a minimum of two years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse or Respiratory Therapist. ICU experience is preferred.

Registered Nurse: Active state license AND BSN required.

Respiratory Therapist: Graduate of a CoARC approved respiratory care program, AND Bachelor's degree in related discipline. Must maintain active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care and Respiratory Care Professionals. Must maintain and carry the Licensed Respiratory Therapist license through the Board of Medical Practice and continue to maintain the RRT Credential through the National Board of Respiratory Care.

Active RN license or RT Certification

Certification in ACLS

Certification in PALS to be completed before orientation is completed, if possible.