Perfusionist

About the role

The perfusionist may be administratively responsible for purchasing supplies and equipment, assuring periodic maintenance of same, as well as for appropriate personnel and department management. Management duties may include development and implementation of policies and procedures, quality assurance measures and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Aids and supports operating units to achieve key performance indicators focused on perfusion services.
• Consults with physicians in the selection of appropriate equipment and resources required for extracorporeal support of patients' circulatory or respiratory functions.
• Demonstrates competence in the daily operation of extracorporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or temporarily replace a patient's circulatory or respiratory functions.
• Selects appropriate equipment and techniques to be used and ensures the safe management of physiologic functions.
• Ensures appropriate internal and external reporting of both compliance and non-compliance issues arising from surgical scheduling.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Perfusion Technology. Master's degree preferred. Provisional license as a Perfusionist or licensed as Perfusionist in the state of Georgia. Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion required within first twelve (12) months of employment with Emory Healthcare.
• Preferred prior experience but none required.

Physical Requirements

• 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally)
• 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently)
• 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly)
• Lifting 50 lbs max
• Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs
• Occasional to frequent standing & walking
• Occasional sitting
• Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing)

Environmental Factors

• Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and work tasks.
• Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
• Biological hazards
• Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors
• Communicable diseases
• Electrical shocks
• Latex
• Lighting
• Patient care/handling injuries
• Radiation
• Shift work
• Travel may be required
• Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators