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About the Role

The Per Diem Perfusionist is responsible for providing comprehensive perfusion services for adult cardiac surgical procedures and mechanical circulatory support therapies. The position supports scheduled cardiac surgery, emergency procedures, ECMO, and other perfusion-related services as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiopulmonary bypass for adult cardiac surgical procedures
• Operate and monitor heart-lung machines and associated extracorporeal circulation equipment
• Initiate, maintain, and discontinue extracorporeal circulation while continuously assessing patient physiologic status
• Prepare, prime, troubleshoot, and maintain perfusion equipment prior to and during procedures
• Manage anticoagulation, blood conservation strategies, ultrafiltration, and autologous blood recovery as appropriate
• Provide clinical support for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), including initiation, management, troubleshooting, and transport when required
• Assist with mechanical circulatory support devices and other advanced perfusion technologies as assigned
• Accurately document all perfusion procedures in accordance with departmental, regulatory, and accreditation standards
• Participate in emergency call coverage and respond promptly to emergent cardiovascular procedures
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain all required certifications, licensure, and continuing education requirements
• Perform other duties related to perfusion services as assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited perfusion education program acceptable for New York State licensure.
• Minimum of two (2) years of independent clinical experience as a cardiovascular perfusionist in an adult cardiac surgery program.
• Current New York State Licensed Perfusionist (or eligible to obtain licensure prior to date of hire).
• BLS - American Heart Association
• Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) as a Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP), or eligibility to obtain certification as required by hospital policy.
• Five (5) or more years of clinical experience as a cardiovascular perfusionist.
• Experience with adult ECMO management.
• Experience with blood conservation techniques including cell salvage.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to function effectively in high-acuity, fast-paced environments.

Skills

• Perfusion services
• Adult cardiac surgery
• Mechanical circulatory support therapies
• Extracorporeal circulation equipment operation
• Cardiovascular procedures
• New York State regulations
• ECMO
• Anticoagulation management
• Blood conservation strategies
• Ultrafiltration
• Autologous blood recovery
• Mechanical circulatory support devices
• Advanced perfusion technologies
• Infection prevention
• Patient safety
• Quality improvement initiatives
• Adult ECMO management
• Blood conservation techniques
• Cell salvage

Location

• Long Island

Work Type

• Per Diem

Experience Level

• Minimum of two (2) years of independent clinical experience
• Five (5) or more years of clinical experience

Education Level

• Graduate of an accredited perfusion education program

Salary/Compensations

• USD $127.00 - USD $127.00 /Hr.

Benefits

• Generous benefits packages
• Generous tuition assistance
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Culture that supports professional and educational growth

About the Company

• By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island.
• From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities.
• Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better.
• A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health.
• With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level II Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island.
• Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.