Perfusion Assistant

Schedule:

Full time - 36 hours/week or greater

Shift:

First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)

Weekly Work Schedule:

four ten hour shifts with on call responsibilities, during training five eight hour shifts with buddy call
Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview
The position is responsible for various cardiovascular diagnostic, monitoring and support procedures, point-of-care laboratory testing, and logistical support in the Cardiovascular Perfusion department. By nature, the work environment may be stressful at times due to the critical and/or emergent nature of the procedures and longer case times/hours due to nature of the surgeries. On-call coverage (up to 50%) is required.

Education Qualifications
Successful completion of a course of study in a medical/technical field (ex. EMT, OR tech, medical assistant, CNA) Required
Experience Qualifications
Experience in a cardiovascular and/or surgical environment. Preferred
Skills and Abilities
Ability to function in emergent, stressful situations. (Required proficiency) Ability to assume on-call responsibilities and respond within 30 minutes. (Required proficiency)
What you will do
Performs the following procedures independently: • Intra-operative auto transfusion • Intra-operative platelet gel processing • Quarterly quality control of cell saver equipment as well as platelet gel equipment • (Lead) Active participation in blood transfusion committee • Intra-operative BMA (Bone Marrow Aspiration) processing for Stem Cells • Point-of-care testing laboratory testing and associated quality control for arterial blood gases, electrolyte profiles, hematological and coagulation parameters • Transducer set-up and interface; assistance with flow-directed catheter placement; cardiac output determinations. Assists Perfusionist during cardiovascular procedures. Perform POCT procedures. Participates in call coverage as assigned by the Chief Perfusionist. Completes charges for procedures. Tracks supply inventory and orders supplies. Ensure all perfusion supplies are ordered, stocked and available. Performs equipment preventative maintenance. Management of laboratory analyzers & the software as well as routine maintenance. Assists in routine cleaning and maintenance of heater coolers as well as appropriate documentation. Assist with IABP monitoring and set up. Assist with Impella monitoring and set up.
Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned
Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote
Scope
No Supervisory Responsibility
No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility
Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 20 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 20 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 20 lbs Reaching (Forward): Rarely less than 1 hour up to 20 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Rarely less than 1 hour up to 20 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Working Conditions
Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Rarely less than 1 hour Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour Noise/Sounds: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour Working Conditions Comments:
•Must be able to perform job duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as masks, goggles, gloves and gowns. •Will be exposed to temperatures down to 60 degrees F for extended periods. •Will be exposed to human body fluids and must follow Body Substance Isolation policies.

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.

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