About the role
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Days
8 hour shift
Position Summary
Under the direction of the cardiac surgeon, sets up and maintains the heart lung machine and monitors the patient during open heart surgical procedures. Provides technical and clinical support to the perioperative care team.
Education, Training, Experience, Certification And Licensure
Graduate of an accredited school of perfusion. NYS perfusion licensure or eligibility for licensure.
Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
Special Equipment, Skills Or Other Requirements
Demonstrates manual dexterity and ability to handle mechanical equipment and instruments.
Work Environment And Hazards
OSHA Category I. Hazards include risk of exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and risk of physical injury. Intermittent to regular exposure to unpleasant physical condition, occasional to regular exposure to situations that could cause moderate to serious injury or illness. Job related tasks involve the potential for mucous membrane contact or skin contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues.
Physical Demands
Moderate pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, standing, walking, stooping and reaching.
Work Contact Group
Patients, employees, cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists and operating room staff.
Supervised By
Cardiac Surgery Section Chief, Director of Surgical Services and Perfusion Coordinator.
Supervises
None
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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