ECMO Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled ECMO Specialist to join our SpecialtyCare team in Irvine, CA at UC Irvine Medical Center.

The ECMO Specialist will operate and maintain ECMO circuits for patients requiring long-term pulmonary and/or cardiopulmonary support. This role functions interdependently following standing ECMO orders and parameters under the direction and clinical supervision by an ECMO physician.

• Assist the physician, perfusionist, and/or other clinical staff members with initiation of ECMO, the course and conduct of ECMO, and the conclusion of ECMO and any related therapies.
• Demonstrate a culture of safety through a hand-off of the ECMO patient covering all aspects of the patient's care and the state of the ECMO circuit.
• Provide a detailed examination of the circuit to ensure its integrity, while written parameters and a plan of care are worked out during rounds.
• Ensure the continuity of the ECMO circuit as a whole, keeping it safe and secure during patient handling.
• Assess blood gas values, anticoagulation parameters, and other laboratory values and work within a prescribed set of parameters and guidelines to maintain the patient in an optimal state of well-being.
• Monitor anticoagulation, analgesics, inotropes, and other infusions, as well as blood products and ECMO pump flow and oxygenator gas flow.

The ideal candidate will possess one of the following education backgrounds, credentials, and experience:

• Registered Nurse (RN) - holds either an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited education program and an active RN license to practice.
• Respiratory Therapist (RT) - holds either an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited education program and current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• Bachelor's Degree in Perfusion and a certification from American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or meets other Company requirements as a Perfusionist (CCP).

SpecialtyCare is committed to supporting professional growth for our associates. Each associate is allocated funds for continuing education, membership fees, and dues for professional associations. We also provide tuition reimbursement or tuition repayment assistance, a full benefits package, including a matching 401K and generous PTO plan, and cover the cost of maintaining certification and licensure.

Salary Estimate: $74,300 - $118,900 / year.

SpecialtyCare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.