Perfusionist Cardiovascular Institute

at NorthShore University Health System in Evanston, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Highlights:
Position: Perfusionist
Location: Primarily Glenbrook Hospital (Must be flexible to travel to all Endeavor Sites, Evanston, Skokie, Glenview, Highland Park, Swedish Hospital-Chicago, Northwest Community Hospital-Arlington Heights)
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
Hours: 40 hours
On Call: 10-12 call days a month
Education: Graduate of an accredited Perfusion Program
Certification: Must be Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and licensed by the State of Illinois.
Bonus: 10K Sign On

Clinical Duties: The practice of perfusion is defined as those functions necessary for the support, treatment measurement or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system of the patient. A perfusionist is the skilled person, qualified by academic and clinical education, who operates extra-corporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or replace the patient's cardiopulmonary/circulatory function and ensures the proper management of physiologic function by monitoring the necessary variables.

Create or modify existing techniques to accommodate complex cardiac procedures such as LVAD, DHCA, bridge to transplant
Counterpulsation
HIPEC procedures
Circulatory support ventricular assistance
Blood conservation techniques/autotransfusion
Myocardial preservation
Anticoagulation and hematologic monitoring and analysis
Blood gas and blood chemistry monitoring and analysis
Induction of hypothermia/hyperthermia with reversal
Hemodilution
Hemofiltration
Administration of medications, blood components and anesthetic agents via the extra-corporeal circuit
Isolated Limb/Organ perfusion
Electrophysiologic analysis
Access for dialysis during CPB
Documentation associated with described duties
Engage in regular decision making process to meet the needs of individual patients. Rapid, critical decision making is essential to the successful outcome of cardiopulmonary bypass.
Provide advice and counsel to medical, professional and technical colleagues on issues related to perfusion.

Endeavor Health's new Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) complex on its Glenbrook Hospital campus in Glenview brings the promise of innovative quality care, patient access and comprehensive expertise. The state-of-the-art facility will be a true destination and central hub for cardiac and vascular procedures offering the latest advanced treatments and personalized care backed by sophisticated research. The recent opening, of the new CVI reflects Endeavor's community connected care model recognizing the growing need for cardiovascular care in the diverse communities it serves. The new CVI brings with it a host of opportunities for Perfusionists who are committed to patient care and looking to join a dynamic team of 5 and an organization that values personal development and professional growth.

Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

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