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Job Summary: The incumbent will serve as Perfusionist responsible for performing perfusion on cardiac surgical patient, cell saver on orthopedic, cardiac and neurosurgical patients. In addition to the procedures all equipment, supplies, and documentation must be maintained in accordance with all regulatory rules. Perfusionist responsibilities will approximately equal 90% and cell saver activity will represent approximately 10%.
Minimum Education: Appropriate degree from approved program in Health Science or related field; Graduation from a CAHEA (AMA's Committee on Allied Health, Education and Accreditation).
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Current licensure as a perfusionist by Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
Work Experience: 1 - 2 years related experience, preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Effective interpersonal, written and oral communications. Demonstrated patient care skills. Effective organization of multi-task role. Understanding of healthcare delivery processes in the medical office.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Performs selection of the perfusion circuit and prime solution to accommodate the requirements of the patient, the proposed procedure, and the preferences of the primary surgeon. Prepares the disposable and non-disposable components of the cardiopulmonary circuit in preparation for the impending surgical exercises. Assures the safety and function of the heart lung machine, the disposable circuit, and all related ancillary equipment. Manages the patient on cardiopulmonary bypass: a. awareness of appropriate pharmacological interventions. b. extensive knowledge of pump physiology with its altered homeostatic ramifications. c. awareness of the conduct of the surgical procedure.
Decision Making: The carrying out of non-routine procedures under constantly changing conditions, in conformance with general instructions from supervisor/physician.
Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal/external customers. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at director level or above.
Special Job Dimensions: None.
Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.
Perfusionist Services - Yale Campus
Location:
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136
