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Overview

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you ll work alongside clinical talent in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize different backgrounds and experiences and support equity and a culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities and workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits:

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description
The Perfusionist AMC reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Operates cardiopulmonary bypass and other life support equipment, to assist cardiac, transplant, and vascular surgeons as they perform their surgical procedures.
• The Perfusionist NHN meets the professional exemption under FLSA; but works an irregular schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate cardiopulmonary bypass circuit in accordance with NM, AMSECT and manufacturer guidelines
• Monitor oxygenator and adjust gas flow as needed
• Operate centrifugal and roller pumps to maintain adequate cardiac output
• Monitor blood temperature, O2, CO2, pH, venous saturations, and adjust as needed
• Monitor blood electrolytes, potassium, sodium, and calcium
• Monitor heparin management of patient while on bypass
• Cool and rewarm patient as directed by surgeon
• Chart patients’ vital parameters on perfusion record at regular intervals
• Troubleshoot any problems, unusual occurrences or deviations from NM or AMSECT guidelines. Communicate these issues to the surgeon and anesthesiologist and develop an action plan to correct the problem
• Complete a yearly competency on all perfusion equipment, NM and AMSECT guidelines
• Read and demonstrate an understanding of all perfusion equipment
• Read and demonstrate an understanding of all NM and AMSECT guidelines
• Set up and operate the cell salvaging system throughout the medical center
• Set up and operate the medical center s various ventricular assist devices (HVAD, HMII, HMIII, Impella, Tandem Heart)
• Transport VADs to various procedural areas
• Must be able to take call coverage on a rotating basis with colleagues
• Set up and operate the ECMO circuit and be able to initiate support anywhere in the medical center
• Educate and explain functions of perfusion responsibilities to medical staff, residents, medical students, and nursing staff
• Assist medical personnel in the OR to facilitate the best patient care possible
• Clean and restock perfusion equipment as indicated
• Check perfusion equipment for proper operation
• Setup and operate the HIPEC system
• Set up and operate Veno-venous support

Qualifications
Required:

• Graduate of an accredited perfusion school
• CCP certification
• Licensed by the State of Illinois as a Licensed Perfusionist
• BLS Certification

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science Degree

Equal Opportunity
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. We perform background checks as part of the offer process. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment; this is considered on a case-by-case basis and in line with state and federal guidelines.

Employment type
Full-time

Job function
Health Care Provider

Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services and Hospitals and Health Care