Perfusionist

Job Title: Perfusionist

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Perfusion Services

Req #: 0000248215

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $210,970.00 - $248,209.00 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 manages the heart-lung machine, monitors patient physiology, administers medications through the extracorporeal circuit, and operates various ancillary devices such as autotransfusion devices, intra-aortic balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation circuits, and others. Perfusionists also handle specialized procedures, participate in research and education, continuous quality assessment and process improvement, and maintain equipment and accurate records ensuring outstanding patient care.

The perfusionist will be responsible for covering various shifts, including days, nights, rotating holidays, and on-call.

Qualification

• The perfusionist must be a graduate from a Council on Allied Health Education Administration (CAHEA) approved perfusion training program and be certified or certification eligible by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.
• If not certified at the time of hire, the perfusionist must successfully achieve certification (CCP) within two examination cycles.
• The perfusionist must successfully complete all orientation programs.

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Full-Time
• Day
• 40

Essential Functions:

• Reviews the patient's chart prior to a procedure and records pertinent information on the perfusion chart.
• Prepares the extracorporeal circuit and the cardioplegia circuit in a timely fashion
• Prepares autotransfusion circuit completely with all needed fluids
• Performs all necessary quality controls and calibrations
• Is ready to institute bypass prior to patient induction.
• Conducts cardiopulmonary bypass safely in conjunction with surgeon's requirements
• Assesses pertinent lab data in a timely manner
• Takes appropriate action regarding the patient's medical status on CPB utilizing lab data to make appropriate changes
• Effectively communicate with physicians concerning patient status
• Maintains and files a perfusion record for each case
• Maintains a clear, organized work environment, cleaning all equipment after each use
• Remains committed to the assigned procedure and is readily available to institute or re-institute CPB.
• Maintains adequate stock levels and replenishes all medications and disposables as needed
• As a circulating perfusionist, you are responsible for checking all rooms and are readily available to assist the primary perfusionist.
• Perfusionists are required to complete any necessary continuing education to maintain national certification and state licensure.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer