What are the responsibilities and job description for the Perfusionist position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Req #: 0000249612
Category: Radiology / Imaging / Radiation
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Perfusion Services
Pay Range: $189,809.00 - $256,242.00 per year
Location:
One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Title: Perfusionist
Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick
Department Name: Perfusion Services
Req #: 0000249612
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $189,809.00 - $256,242.00 per year
Pay Transparency
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview
The Perfusionist maintains adequate circulatory and respiratory support during open heart surgery. This support includes: set up and operation of the extra corporeal circuit, set up and calibration of physiological monitoring as required for the conduct of perfusion, set up and operation of the auto transfusion equipment, calibration and operation of point of care testing equipment, as well as maintaining proper perfusion records.
 
Qualifications
Required:
Completions of training at an accredited school of perfusion technology
Must be certified or certified-eligible by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
 
Essential Functions
Heart-lung machine pump console or equivalent for open heart surgery
Assures that all components of CPB circuit are in place and functional, to include the heart-lung machine, oxygenator, tubing, reservoirs, prime solutions, safety devices and accessories
Assesses the functional status of the pump console monitoring system, safety features and accessories
Assesses the CPB circuit, Conducts CPB in a professional manner so as to insure the optimal in-patient physiological status and as much as possible the ideal in perfusion care, Monitors patient parameters during CPB
Administers medication under the supervision of the surgeon and anesthesiologist
Controls patient temperature, blood pressure, blood gases, activated clotting time ACT and collects and records pertinent data
Mix medication and cardioplegia solution in a sterile manner
Insure that inventory of supplies is maintained, Performs routine maintenance
Autotransfusion
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
Serve as a resource person to nursing personnel
Assist as needed for IABP insertion intra-operatively
Assume responsibility for IABP function in the OR
Transport patient on IABP to ICU
Prolonged Extracorporeal Support
Maintain CentriMag, AbioMed, Heart Mate, ECMO or any other assist device
Assure adequate inventory of supplies
Maintain Prolonged Extracorporeal Support To Include
Monitoring ACT, administration of anticoagulants PRN
Monitoring laboratory parameters, circulatory status and assisting nursing personnel, resident physician and attending physician in implementation and maintenance of prolonged support
Assure appropriate supplies for anticipated pump head, oxygenator and/or circuit change-out PRN
 
Benefits And Perks
 
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
 
 
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
 
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
 
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 
 
 
 
 
 
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Category: Radiology / Imaging / Radiation
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Perfusion Services
Pay Range: $189,809.00 - $256,242.00 per year
Location:
One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Title: Perfusionist
Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick
Department Name: Perfusion Services
Req #: 0000249612
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $189,809.00 - $256,242.00 per year
Pay Transparency
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview
The Perfusionist maintains adequate circulatory and respiratory support during open heart surgery. This support includes: set up and operation of the extra corporeal circuit, set up and calibration of physiological monitoring as required for the conduct of perfusion, set up and operation of the auto transfusion equipment, calibration and operation of point of care testing equipment, as well as maintaining proper perfusion records.
 
Qualifications
Required:
Completions of training at an accredited school of perfusion technology
Must be certified or certified-eligible by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
 
Essential Functions
Heart-lung machine pump console or equivalent for open heart surgery
Assures that all components of CPB circuit are in place and functional, to include the heart-lung machine, oxygenator, tubing, reservoirs, prime solutions, safety devices and accessories
Assesses the functional status of the pump console monitoring system, safety features and accessories
Assesses the CPB circuit, Conducts CPB in a professional manner so as to insure the optimal in-patient physiological status and as much as possible the ideal in perfusion care, Monitors patient parameters during CPB
Administers medication under the supervision of the surgeon and anesthesiologist
Controls patient temperature, blood pressure, blood gases, activated clotting time ACT and collects and records pertinent data
Mix medication and cardioplegia solution in a sterile manner
Insure that inventory of supplies is maintained, Performs routine maintenance
Autotransfusion
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
Serve as a resource person to nursing personnel
Assist as needed for IABP insertion intra-operatively
Assume responsibility for IABP function in the OR
Transport patient on IABP to ICU
Prolonged Extracorporeal Support
Maintain CentriMag, AbioMed, Heart Mate, ECMO or any other assist device
Assure adequate inventory of supplies
Maintain Prolonged Extracorporeal Support To Include
Monitoring ACT, administration of anticoagulants PRN
Monitoring laboratory parameters, circulatory status and assisting nursing personnel, resident physician and attending physician in implementation and maintenance of prolonged support
Assure appropriate supplies for anticipated pump head, oxygenator and/or circuit change-out PRN
 
Benefits And Perks
 
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
 
 
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
 
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
 
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 
 
 
 
 
 
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $189,809 - $256,242