Job DescriptionUniversity of Washington Medical Center-Montlake - Cardiothoracic Surgery has an outstanding opportunity for a
PERFUSIONIST.WORK SCHEDULE:- 100% FTE
- Variable hours
- In addition to UW Medical Center-Montlake, this Perfusionist includes privileges at Harborview Medical Center and the VA which will be about 10% of the position location
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:- Independently responsible for the technology of extra-corporeal circulation associated with a variety of surgical procedures and cardiac management therapies
- Operate the heart and lung machine, temporary ventricular assist devices (VADS), Organ Care Systems (OCS), and extracorporeal membrane oxygenators (ECMO)
- Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to tailor the perfusion to the needs of each patient
- Utilize the appropriate technology to monitor and maintain patient parameters which includes the regulation of blood pressure, heart rate, urinary output, arterial and venous blood gasses, acid/base status, blood coagulation, temperature, and myocardial protection
- Constantly assess the mechanical parameters of the circuit
- Procedures covered include coronary artery bypass grafts, valve repair/replacement, aortic aneurysms, heart and lung transplantation, ventricular assist device surgeries, and extracorporeal life support
REQUIREMENTS:- Experience preferred, will consider new graduates
- Current certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion within one year of hire.
- Graduation from an Accredited Perfusion Technology Program or approved program of Extracorporeal Technology.
- Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Compensation, Benefits and Position DetailsPay Range Minimum:$190,752.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum:$289,692.00 annual
Other Compensation:Benefits:For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:Not Applicable
