BJC HealthCare (New)
Perfusionist
BJC HealthCare (New), Des Moines, Iowa, United States,
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OverviewBarnes-Jewish Hospital
at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.At Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Perfusionists find the kind of fast-paced environment that will test their professional judgment and critical thinking skills, and encourage tremendous growth. It's an exhilarating place to build a career. Here, you'll work with world-renowned surgeons and anesthesiologists, assist on unique and complex procedures, work with the latest technologies and treatments, and play a vital role in developing new procedures and treatment protocols.
Role PurposeUnder the general supervision of the chief perfusionist and attending physician, the BJH perfusionist provides cardiopulmonary and mechanical circulatory support for patients with emphasis on complex procedures including support for heart failure and non-cardiac procedures and level 1 trauma support.
ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of an attending physician, administers pharmaceuticals, transfuses blood products, and participates in the evaluation of advanced technological equipment to assess effectiveness and/or improvements to patient care.Conducts cardiopulmonary bypass by developing specific perfusion care plans relative to cardiac conditions such as heart failure, heart/lung transplantation parameters and appropriate ventricular assist device selection and support.Selects, initiates, provides support and troubleshooting for extracorporeal membrane systems, ventricular assist devices utilizing evidence-based practices.Performs dynamic inter-hospital transportation of mechanically supported patients, including conversion of support platforms, component troubleshooting and change out, collaboration with transport team members, and coordination of patient care and safety.Designs, implements and participates in the education and training programs for cardiopulmonary bypass and extracorporeal support specialists, physicians, and critical support personnel.
Minimum RequirementsEducationBachelor's DegreeExperienceLicenses & CertificationsCert Clinical PerfusionistCardiopulmonary ResuscitationLicensed PerfusionistNew Grad Provisional License
Preferred RequirementsEducationMaster's DegreeExperience2-5 yearsSupervisor ExperienceNo Experience
Benefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date.Disability insurance* paid for by BJC.Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC.401(k) plan with BJC match.Tuition Assistance available on first day.BJC Institute for Learning and Development.Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time.Adoption assistance.To learn more, go to
www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits*Not all benefits apply to all jobs.The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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OverviewBarnes-Jewish Hospital
at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.At Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Perfusionists find the kind of fast-paced environment that will test their professional judgment and critical thinking skills, and encourage tremendous growth. It's an exhilarating place to build a career. Here, you'll work with world-renowned surgeons and anesthesiologists, assist on unique and complex procedures, work with the latest technologies and treatments, and play a vital role in developing new procedures and treatment protocols.
Role PurposeUnder the general supervision of the chief perfusionist and attending physician, the BJH perfusionist provides cardiopulmonary and mechanical circulatory support for patients with emphasis on complex procedures including support for heart failure and non-cardiac procedures and level 1 trauma support.
ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of an attending physician, administers pharmaceuticals, transfuses blood products, and participates in the evaluation of advanced technological equipment to assess effectiveness and/or improvements to patient care.Conducts cardiopulmonary bypass by developing specific perfusion care plans relative to cardiac conditions such as heart failure, heart/lung transplantation parameters and appropriate ventricular assist device selection and support.Selects, initiates, provides support and troubleshooting for extracorporeal membrane systems, ventricular assist devices utilizing evidence-based practices.Performs dynamic inter-hospital transportation of mechanically supported patients, including conversion of support platforms, component troubleshooting and change out, collaboration with transport team members, and coordination of patient care and safety.Designs, implements and participates in the education and training programs for cardiopulmonary bypass and extracorporeal support specialists, physicians, and critical support personnel.
Minimum RequirementsEducationBachelor's DegreeExperienceLicenses & CertificationsCert Clinical PerfusionistCardiopulmonary ResuscitationLicensed PerfusionistNew Grad Provisional License
Preferred RequirementsEducationMaster's DegreeExperience2-5 yearsSupervisor ExperienceNo Experience
Benefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date.Disability insurance* paid for by BJC.Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC.401(k) plan with BJC match.Tuition Assistance available on first day.BJC Institute for Learning and Development.Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time.Adoption assistance.To learn more, go to
www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits*Not all benefits apply to all jobs.The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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