Travelling Perfusionist, Procirca

%3Cp%3EUPMC Procirca is looking for a full time Travelling Perfusionist to join their dedicated team!%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EAs assigned, a perfusionist performs, under the supervision of a licensed physician and according to prescribed procedures, those functions necessary for the support and treatment of the cardiopulmonary system of a patient. A perfusionist performs advanced technical work in the selection, preparation, operation, and maintenance of the heart/lung machine and accessory equipment. . The work area is primarily the operating room but the possibility exists for working throughout the hospital.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThis is a travel position, supporting all UPMC Procirca sites across several cities and states.%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EUPMC offers a generous benefits package, an expansive total rewards package, opportunity to grow your career and much more. Apply today!%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EResponsibilities:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EMaintain proficiency with accessory equipment and procedures.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerform duties and responsibilities according to the philosophy and standards of UPMC including conveying courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, and positive attitude in work situations with patients, peers, medical staff, and visitors.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAdminister medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents under the supervision by the attending physicians.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerform equipment maintenance checklists as required.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ESupport Procirca contractual obligations.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProvide perfusion support for non-cardiac procedures such as: transplantation, chemoperfusion, ECMO, cardiac support devices, component therapy, and blood recovery.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssist in the evaluation of new equipment.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EIf employed at UPMC facility, serve as instructor/supervisor to UPMC School of Cardiovascular Perfusion%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipate in on-call schedule per institutional policy.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ESafely conduct perfusion scope of practice.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMake appropriate changes in therapy after consultation with the attending physician(s).%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerform responsibilities outside the home-base hospital.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMaintain equipment and supplies.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerform documentation associated with described responsibilities.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EIf employed at UPMC facility, participate with coverage and call for STAT MedEvac responsibilities.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAble to travel 25% of the time.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ESupport continuing education and research as required by the perfusionist%27s scope of practice.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EInstruct students, residents and others in new procedures and equipment.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipate as assigned with the ordering and maintenance of supplies..%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipate with development and revision of: policy and procedure, performance improvement, quality management, and staff education.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAssists other staff members and hospital personnel in completion of needed tasks; and makes patient care and/or interdepartmental service the number one priority.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E

• Graduation from a CAAHEP accredited school of cardiovascular perfusion or met Grandfather Clause of the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and Licensing Board of US state where practicing. 
• Bachelor's Degree required.
  
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  Certified or certification-eligible as per guidelines of the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion within 24 months of hire date.Active licensure in US state where practicing required.CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hireValid Driver's License and Automobile Insurance required for some positions
  
   
• American Board Cardiovascular Perfusionist
• Automotive Insurance
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist OR Osteopathic Perfusionist OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)
• Driver's License
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Job Details
Primary Location: USA-PA-Pittsburgh
Work Locations: Presbyterian Hospital, 200 Lothrop St, 15213
Business Unit: UPMC Community Provider Services
Schedule: Regular, Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Union: No
Salary Range: 73.14, 122.83