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Prisma Health

Perfusionist - Perfusion ,FT, Days

Prisma Health, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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Job Summary The Perfusionist shall, under the general supervision and at the direction of the attending physician, cardiovascular-thoracic surgeon, member of the medical staff, and Chief Perfusionist, be responsible for the operation of the heart-lung machine, intra-aortic balloon, cell saver, Gem 6 Analyzer, Hemotech ACT, Hepcon Heparin Management system, blood gas analyzer, coagulation management devices, ventricular assist devices, intra-operative blood component separation devices, etc.

Essential Functions

All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health\'s purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Confers with surgeons regarding the procedure and gathers necessary patient information to be used in conjunction with the operation of the heart-lung machine.

Operates the heart-lung machine during the surgical procedure to maintain the patient\'s condition.

Monitors a variety of physiologic parameters during surgical procedures.

Maintains familiarity with physiologic monitoring and records other procedures to perform as directed.

Maintains accurate records of each perfusion as a permanent copy of the medical record.

Follows laboratory procedures for handling specimens, processing and reporting results; maintains quality control records for blood gas, hematocrit, and electrolyte analyzers; conducts point-of-care testing in the department; documents corrective actions and proficiency testing results.

Responsible for the administration of blood under the direction of the attending physician.

Administers IV fluids and drugs (vasopressors, vasodilators, anticoagulants, and other medications) ordered by the physician in conjunction with the operation of the heart-lung machine.

Manages and assists with insertion of intra-aortic balloon pumps.

Manages and assists with cardiopulmonary support devices ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation).

Manages and assists with the insertion of ventricular assist devices (Abiomed), etc.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that reports to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor\'s degree in related field of study.

Experience: No experience required.

In Lieu Of NA

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

Clinical Perfusionist (ABCP)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

NA

Work Shift Day

Location Greenville Memorial Med Campus

Facility 1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital

Department 10086164 Perfusion

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