Perfusionist at University of Maryland Medical System in Towson, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY



The perfusionist operates extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or temporarily replace the patient's circulatory or respiratory function. The perfusionist is knowledgeable concerning the variety of equipment available to perform extracorporeal circulation functions and is responsible, in consultation with the physician, for selecting the appropriate techniques and equipment to be used.


Company Description
When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you're coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You're embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you'll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade 'A' hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we've been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.


Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree from an approved Perfusion Training program OR a Bachelor's Degree w/certification in perfusion technology (Required)

CERTIFICATION/ LICENSURE/ REGISTRATION

• Eligible for Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (Required)


• Licensure with the State of Maryland specific as a Perfusionist (Required)


• Current CPR Certification (Required)

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• One (1) year of perfusion experience (Preferred)


• Ability to maintain collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working groups achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment.


• Highly effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels hospital staff, patients, visitors, and levels of staff.


• Ability to establish working relationships that foster quality customer service.


• Knowledge and ability to understand procedures, practices and policies in the assigned department and for the medical center.


• Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives/


• Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.


• Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.


• Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Additional Information
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