Work 4 scheduled shifts a week, take call 1 night a week, and 1 weekend a month.

This is a Salaried 80-hours per pay period days position located in La Jolla.

The Perfusionist is responsible for ensuring appropriate patient care through the continuous monitoring of cardiopulmonary bypass, related technology, and patient status. Through assessment of patient status, the Perfusionist identifies problems associated with cardiopulmonary bypass and initiates and evaluates interventions consistent with physician collaboration and program protocols. Perfusionists consult with the attending physician when patient condition and/or protocol limits or directives are in question. As a member of the team, this position works closely with other team members and health care providers to provide patient care in accordance with the patient's individualized care plan. The Perfusionist is responsible to the program policies, guidelines, and quality measures.

The Perfusionist is primarily responsible for independently operating extracorporeal circulatory and ancillary equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to temporarily support or replace the patient's cardiac and/or respiratory function. In addition, Perfusionists, as directed by the attending physician or their delegate, are responsible for monitoring and managing the patient's altered physiological functions throughout extracorporeal circulation.

The ideal candidate will have one year of experience. You must be a Certified Clinical Perfusionist through the ABCP or be Board Eligible.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited Perfusion program with a BA/BS
• CCP (Certified Clinical Perfusionist) through American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or Board Eligible
• Clinical knowledge of the process for providing CPB for adult cardiac surgical
• Clinical knowledge of the process for providing CPB for ventricular assist device implantation
• Clinical knowledge of Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices (VAD, Impella)
• Physical requirements include the ability to work long hours remaining alert and attentive to the duties at hand
• Possesses a high degree of innovation and organizational skills
• High level of accountability for independent and interdependent decision making under minimal supervision
• Current American Heart Association BLS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Perfusionist