What are the responsibilities and job description for the ECMO Specialist position at ECU Health Medical Center?
Position Summary
The Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Specialist functions under the supervision of the designated physician(s) and in accordance with written policies and protocols developed and approved by the ECMO physicians, the medical executive committee and the governing board. Reports to department leadership.
Minimum Requirements
1)Registered Nurse holding a current North Carolina State license or a valid compact state license. BSN preferred.
2)Respiratory Care Practitioner holding current North Carolina license and current registry as a Respiratory Therapist with the National Board of Respiratory Care.
Minimum of 2 years experience in a critical care setting is required.
Ability to demonstrate high level of initiative, self-direction, and accountability. Interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication with department staff, physicians, nurses, other clinicians, and patients/families.
CPR Training, ACLS and PALS training required within 6 months of hire.
- Must provide record of a completed diploma (or equivalent) or academic transcript for those areas performing laboratory testing.
Pay Range
$33.08 - $48.22
Other Information
This is a full-time position - 36 hours - 3 - 12 hour shifts per week.
Shift: Rotating shifts to include 12 hour work shifts and call requirements.
Weekends: Rotating
On Call: Yes
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About ECU Health Medical Center
ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and serves as the primary teaching hospital for The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health Medical Center has achieved Magnet® designation twice and provides acute and intermediate care, rehabilitation and outpatient health services to a 29-county region that is home to more than 1.4 million people.
General Statement
It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.
Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.
We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant's qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.
Salary : $33 - $48