Lead assigned staff and exercise responsibility for the technology of extracorporeal circulation
associated with a variety of surgical procedures and cardiac management therapies.

As a working lead, regularly assign, instruct, and check the work of other Perfusionists.

Regularly assign, instruct and review the work of Perfusionists and other staff;

Assist with recruitment and hiring of Perfusion staff, including competency assessment, appropriate orientation, and input regarding annual evaluation processes;

Assists with monthly scheduling, including on-call schedules at multiple clinical sites, and the upkeep and ordering for perfusion section supplies;

Performs the duties of Perfusionist;

Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge of: anatomy and physiology; heart-lung machine equipment use and maintenance; pharmacology for the drugs used during procedures; surgical practices, including sterile techniques; clinically appropriate array of equipment and supplies tailored to the cardiac, thoracic, vascular, organ transplant, obstetrics, and orthopedic surgical disciplines; blood product use and management; short and long term post care protocols for ventricular assist device and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation patients; supervisory and management practices

Ability to: understand the procedures performed by surgeons; analyze lab results, imaging, and medical history information; work harmoniously with patients and other health professionals and paraprofessionals as part of the surgical team; exercise mature judgment in determining when to consult other resources for diagnosis; work independently and make medically consequential during procedures; manage multiple priorities; make clear explanations of technical conditions to professionals and nonprofessionals; physically operate large and highly technical equipment; react quickly in emergency situations; lead the work of other staff

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Current certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.

Graduation from an Accredited Perfusion Technology Program or approved program of Extracorporeal Technology

Two years of experience as a Perfusionist

Equivalent education/experience.