Clinical Perfusionist UCONN Health Center 172 reviews - Farmington, CT
06032 $114,171 a year At UConn Health, patient experience and innovative
healthcare is paramount. UConn John Dempsey Hospital is the only
hospital in the Farmington Valley awarded an A patient safety rating by
The Leapfrog Group. This Hospital Safety Score is the gold standard
rating for patient safety, compiled under the guidance of the nations
leading patient safety experts. If you are a Clinical Perfusionist with
a passion for delivering best-in-class patient experience, we are
looking for you. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Receives general supervision from
the physician in charge or an employee of higher grade. SUPERVISION
EXERCISED: May lead lower level as appropriate. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS
OFFERED: * Industry-leading health insurance options and affordability *
Generous vacation and sick-time plans * Multi-channel retirement options
(pension and match options) * Tuition waiver and reimbursement for
employees and qualified family members * Quick commute access from I-84,
Rte 9 and surrounding areas * State of the art facility and campus
environments * Progressive leadership and educational development
programs available Schedule: As needed 24/7,(4) clinical sites, JDH,
CCMC, Waterbury Hospital and St. Mary's Hospital EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: *
Reviews patients history, consults with surgeon or physician, and
obtains necessary information to set up and operate heart-lung machine
and related equipment * Prepares and test equipment to ensure proper
functioning. * As prescribed by physician and under physicians
direction, administers some types of anesthesia and medications via the
extracorporeal circuit * Monitors and observes patients physiological
variables such as blood temperature, blood composition and flow rate,
and adjusts equipment to maintain normal body functions; takes
corrective action when abnormal situations arise, and keeps surgeon and
anesthesiologist fully informed about patients condition at all times *
Documents and reviews data as determined by perfusion protocols or
surgical team/hospital protocols; * Operates other mechanical devices to
assist in the conversion of blood and blood products during surgery;
provides extended long-term support of patients circulation outside of
the operating room * Cleans, adjusts, and maintains equipment in proper
functioning condition at all times * Purchases supplies and equipment;
participates in quality assurance measures and implements these measures
- Trains other staff as assigned; * May participate in research; keeps
knowledge current with related data/technological advances that relates
to the field * Performs other related duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY: * In-depth knowledge of
extracorporeal equipment * Knowledge of basic science with strong
background in biology and chemistry * Knowledge of principles of
laboratory analysis * Knowledge of biomedical engineering * Knowledge of
relevant State, Federal or accreditation agencies laws, regulations and
guidelines * Knowledge of the ethical professional conduct of clinical
perfusionist * Knowledge of patient safety guidelines * Excellent
interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively (written and
oral) * Demonstrated competency in dealing with all age groups * Ability
to work as a team member; ability to work under stressful conditions.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: General Experience. Graduation from accredited
cardiovascular perfusion program and a two-year science degree or
graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program and two
(2) years experience in an allied health field. Special Experience:
Certification or eligible by the American Board of Cardiovascular
Perfusion (ABCP) as a Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP). Must have
and maintain CT State Perfusionist license. WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure
to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, chemicals
and explosive gases. Environment is climate controlled. Full Time
Equivalent Minimum Salary: $114,171.00 Why UConn Health UConn Health is
a vibrant, integrated academic medical center that is entering an era of
unprecedented growth in all three areas of its mission: academics,
research, and clinical care. A commitment to human health and well-being
has been of utmost importance to UConn Health since the founding of the
University of Connecticut schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine in
- Based on a strong foundation of groundbreaking research,
first-rate education, and quality clinical care, we have expanded our
medical missions over the decades. In just over 50 years, UConn Health
has evolved to encompass more research endeavors, to provide more ways
to access our superior care, and to innovate both practical medicine and
our methods of educating the practitioners of tomorrow. 1 day ago - save
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