Perfusionist (ECMO Specialist)

Job Description

The ECMO specialist participates in the development of a treatment plan, involving assessment, planning, implementation, and education. Communicates with the ECMO physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust and complete treatment specific to the ECMO patient care plan.

Job Requirements

• Education:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Completion of a designated ECMO training program, and/or formal education in Extra Corporeal Circulation.

• Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association

• Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience

Methodist Dallas Medical Center

• One of North Texas’ best places to work.

• Home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center.

• Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups.

• Distinctions earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023

• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023