Under general supervision, operates the heart/lung machine required for: total or partial cardiopulmonary bypass for surgical correction of various types of cardiac defects and surgical repair of diseases of the heart and abnormalities of the great vessels. Essential Responsibilities:Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Patient Health Care Initiate emergency procedures (including CPR) and provide emergenc... more details
Description:
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, operates the heart/lung machine required for: total or partial cardiopulmonary bypass for surgical correction of various types of cardiac defects and surgical repair of diseases of the heart and abnormalities of the great vessels.
Essential Responsibilities:
Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
Patient Health Care Initiate emergency procedures (including CPR) and provide emergency patient treatment.
Patient Procedures and Activities Assist physician in developing new techniques and procedures.
Assist provider in patient examinations and procedure.
Consult with provider concerning procedures and patient condition.
Follow standard infection control procedures.
Monitor and evaluate test readings during procedures.
Observe, monitor, and evaluate patient conditions during and after procedures.
Take, record, and monitor patient vital signs.
Transport patients to/from procedure area.
Assist in cardiovascular procedures.
Perform electrocardiograms.
Draw arterial blood samples.
Assist in insertion/removal of intra-aortic balloon in cardiac surgery.
Perform computation of flow rates and dosages during surgical procedures.
Administer solutions; withdraw and analyze specimens.
Administer physician-ordered medications and solutions during procedures on bypass Monitor I.V. Solutions.
Make up cardioplegia solutions for each case.
Laboratories - Clean work area.
Records and Patient Information - Record and chart patient date.
Review patient charts to evaluate patients and identify significant conditions.
Consult with physician concerning test results and alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities.
Equipment and Instruments - Calibrate and adjust equipment in preparation for and during procedures.
Check emergency equipment.
Load paper and tape into computer printer.
Select and set out appropriate tubings and sterile supplies.
Operate heart/lung machine during surgical procedure.
Arrange for repair of equipment Inspect equipment and instruments for damage.
Check stock and order equipment, fluids.
Re-sterilize equipment.
Administrative and Other.
Maintain current licensure/certifications.
Maintain proficiency in clinical skills.
Other Activities and Responsibilities:
Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
SPECIFIC TASK -RELATED ASPECTS:
1.Procedures Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Electrocardiograph In vivo and In vitro Procedures Operating Room Procedures Pulse Tracing Specimen Preparation.
2.Equipment Computer Heart/Lung Washing/Cleaning.
TIME SPENT PROFILE:
Type of Activity Scheduled Procedures:
57% Includes patient prep, other prep, performing, assisting, and follow-up actions.
Analyzing Information 25%:
Includes reading test results, preparing mathematical calculations, and putting specific data into perspective.
Collecting and Maintaining Written Information 12%:
Includes logs, lab slips, charts, forms, requisitions, filing and scheduling appointments.
Unscheduled Procedures 3%:
Including Emergency patient care services and other unscheduled care.
Cleaning 3%:
Includes sterilization, work area, soaking instruments and decontamination.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Three (3) years recent experience in Cardiac Perfusion required.
Education
Graduate from an accredited school of clinical perfusion.
License, Certification, Registration
Clinical Perfusionist Certificate from American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
Additional Requirements:
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of:
Cardiac transducers, monitoring systems, cell savers, autotransfusion devices, cardiopulmonary bypass pump, EKG strip recorders, and other cardiovascular intraoperative equipment and related supplies.
Preferred Qualifications:
N/A.
Notes:
May be required to be on call after hours and weekends.
Variable Per-Diem Shift Schedule.
On-call required.
Must be able to arrive at hospital within 30 min from receiving page.
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