Certification as a Certified Perfusionist from the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
Minimum of 2 years relevant clinical experience
Strong mentoring skills
Ability to coordinate and manage staff scheduling and activities
Responsibilities
Serve as the main contact for clinical staff regarding patient-related inquiries
Participate in quality assurance and provide technical instruction as needed
Support the onboarding and training of new perfusion staff
Coordinate perfusion team activities and schedules
Develop and implement goals for the perfusion staff
Facilitate in-service teaching programs on perfusion technologies
Assist with data collection and analysis for various projects
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
Three medical plan options, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees
Pre-tax savings plans including healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with automatic company contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual
Up to $5,000 annual tuition reimbursement
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
Family-oriented support including adoption and fertility assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering various support services
Voluntary benefits options such as accident and critical illness insurance
Full Job Description
Location: Geisinger Medical Center (GMC)
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Worker Type: Regular
Exemption Status: Yes
Job Summary:
Job Duties:
Acts as primary point of contact for clinical staff regarding questions and concerns involving patients for general or specific purposes.
Participates in quality assurance measures and when needed technical instruction for clinical procedures.
Assists System Chief Perfusionist in the onboarding of new Perfusionist and Perfusionist Assistant staff including, but not limited to, their orientation and professional development, monitoring progression to independence following appropriate training, and determination if further training may be required.
Assists System Chief Perfusionist in coordinating activities of Perfusion staff including, but not limited to, schedules, daily responsibilities, continuing medical education, and other duties as assigned by the System Chief Perfusionist , Associate Vice President and Vice President.
Assists System Chief Perfusionist in the ongoing development of goals and objectives for the Perfusion staff, both individually and collectively.
Assists the System Chief Perfusionist in coordinating and directing in-service teaching programs on perfusion and related technologies.
Assists the System Chief Perfusionist in coordinating collection and analysis of data for studies, projects, and clinical monitoring, etc.
Assists with interviewing perfusion candidates.
Assists System Chief Perfusionist in monitoring the daily schedule of activities to ensure objectives are met.
Assists System Chief Perfusionist and operational leadership in assuring appropriate utilization of perfusion staff.
Maintains clinical practice skills and patient care duties.
Performs the duties of a staff perfusionist; assists in preparing the operating room for surgery relative to perfusion services; handles and disposes of contaminated materials and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent spread of infection; assists with care and selection of perfusion equipment in the operating room; cleans equipment; maintains patient records on perfusion services; operates blood salvaging equipment; performs plasmapheresis procedures where necessary; utilizes coagulation monitors to aid in the diagnosis of abnormal coagulation conditions.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details:
We are seeking a Staff Perfusionist Lead to Join our Team!
Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Staff Perfusionist - Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Certifications: Certified Perfusionist - American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
Experience: Minimum of 2 years
Exempt Role: Yes
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Education: Bachelor's Degree- (Required)
Experience: Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s): Certified Perfusionist - American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
Skills: Mentoring Skills
About Geisinger Health System
Geisinger Health System is a healthcare system serving more than 3 million residents throughout 45 counties in central, south-central, and northeastern Pennsylvania, and in southern New Jersey. The system was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Danville, Pennsylvania. Geisinger Health System includes 13 hospital campuses, two research centers, and a 600,000-member health plan. The system employs more than 32,000 people, including over 1,800 physicians and 4,000 nurses. Geisinger Health System is known for its innovative approach to healthcare, including its use of electronic health records and its focus on patient-centered care.
