NorthShore University HealthSystem
Perfusionist
NorthShore University HealthSystem, Evanston, Illinois, us, 60208
Position Highlights:Position:
PerfusionistLocation:
Primarily Glenbrook Hospital (Must be flexible to travel to all Endeavor Sites, Evanston, Skokie, Glenview, Highland Park, Swedish Hospital-Chicago, Northwest Community Hospital-Arlington Heights)Full Time/Part Time:
Full timeHours:
40 hoursOn Call:
10-12 call days a monthEducation:
Graduate of an accredited Perfusion ProgramCertification:
Must be Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and licensed by the State of Illinois.Bonus:
20K Sign OnClinical Duties:
The practice of perfusion is defined as those functions necessary for the support, treatment measurement or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system of the patient. A perfusionist is the skilled person, qualified by academic and clinical education, who operates extra-corporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or replace the patient's cardiopulmonary/circulatory function and ensures the proper management of physiologic function by monitoring the necessary variables.Create or modify existing techniques to accommodate complex cardiac procedures such as LVAD, DHCA, bridge to transplant.CounterpulsationHIPEC proceduresCirculatory support ventricular assistanceBlood conservation techniques/autotransfusionMyocardial preservationAnticoagulation and hematologic monitoring and analysisBlood gas and blood chemistry monitoring and analysisInduction of hypothermia/hyperthermia with reversalHemodilutionHemofiltrationAdministration of medications, blood components and anesthetic agents via the extra-corporeal circuitIsolated Limb/Organ perfusionElectrophysiologic analysisAccess for dialysis during CPBDocumentation associated with described dutiesEngage in regular decision making process to meet the needs of individual patients. Rapid, critical decision making is essential to the successful outcome of cardiopulmonary bypass.Provide advice and counsel to medical, professional and technical colleagues on issues related to perfusion.Benefits:Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree ParkingWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals.When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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PerfusionistLocation:
Primarily Glenbrook Hospital (Must be flexible to travel to all Endeavor Sites, Evanston, Skokie, Glenview, Highland Park, Swedish Hospital-Chicago, Northwest Community Hospital-Arlington Heights)Full Time/Part Time:
Full timeHours:
40 hoursOn Call:
10-12 call days a monthEducation:
Graduate of an accredited Perfusion ProgramCertification:
Must be Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and licensed by the State of Illinois.Bonus:
20K Sign OnClinical Duties:
The practice of perfusion is defined as those functions necessary for the support, treatment measurement or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system of the patient. A perfusionist is the skilled person, qualified by academic and clinical education, who operates extra-corporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or replace the patient's cardiopulmonary/circulatory function and ensures the proper management of physiologic function by monitoring the necessary variables.Create or modify existing techniques to accommodate complex cardiac procedures such as LVAD, DHCA, bridge to transplant.CounterpulsationHIPEC proceduresCirculatory support ventricular assistanceBlood conservation techniques/autotransfusionMyocardial preservationAnticoagulation and hematologic monitoring and analysisBlood gas and blood chemistry monitoring and analysisInduction of hypothermia/hyperthermia with reversalHemodilutionHemofiltrationAdministration of medications, blood components and anesthetic agents via the extra-corporeal circuitIsolated Limb/Organ perfusionElectrophysiologic analysisAccess for dialysis during CPBDocumentation associated with described dutiesEngage in regular decision making process to meet the needs of individual patients. Rapid, critical decision making is essential to the successful outcome of cardiopulmonary bypass.Provide advice and counsel to medical, professional and technical colleagues on issues related to perfusion.Benefits:Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree ParkingWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals.When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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