Oversees delivery of care related to perfusion services, to include cardiopulmonary bypass, auto transfusion, intraaortic balloon pumping, cardiopulmonary support, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, ventricular assist devices and isolated limb perfusion.

Technical Requirements

• Ability to operate a variety of equipment to include cardiopulmonary bypass, (heart-lung machine), auto transfusion, intra-aortic balloon pump and other cardiopulmonary support devices.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in perfusion technology.
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles, theories and practices related to perfusion technology
• Knowledge of administration of prescribed medications and treatments.
• Knowledge of the principles of asepsis and the standards and practices of infection control.

Education:

Graduate of American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion approved school of perfusion technology

Bachelor and/or Master's Degree in related allied health field preferred:

Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Current ACLS and BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Experience:

5 years experience in a main operating room setting preferred