Epic Cardiovascular has an exciting opportunity for an ECMO trained perfusionist or other Advanced Practice Professional!
TheECLS CoordinatorprovidesclinicalandadministrativeguidancetotheECLSDepartment. The management of the ECLS Department includes 24-hour accountability and authority for maintainingaqualityprogramcustomarytoEpic Cardiovascularpolicies.TheECLS Coordinatoractsasaliaison between Epic Cardiovascular Services and the client hospital. A comprehensive understanding of the philosophies and goals of the ECLS Department and Epic Cardiovascular are fundamental for suitable implementation. Evident managerial experience and skills are necessary, with an enthusiastic approachtotheposition.Leadershipqualitiesareimportantbutrecognizingandusingthepotential of ECLS specialists is significant in daily activities. Periodic assessments of personnel to recognize their potential is beneficial for furthering personal and company-wide goals. The assessment process will also identify opportunities for the staff members’ professional growth.
TheECLS Coordinatorwillberesponsibleforthefollowing managerialfunctions:
A.Overseespolicyand procedure(P&P)formation.
B.Overseescompliance,review, andperformance ofannualupdate oftheP&P.
C.ProvidesoversightforDataManagementProgram.
D.Overseescompliancewithmonthly andquarterlyCQIresponsibilities.
E.Overseesthe departmentalmonthlymeeting.
F.EmployeeappraisalsandCompetencyReviews.
G.Generationof reports,memos, budget, and inventoryrequirements.
H.Assuresstable,dailyoperationofdepartmentfunctions.
I.Providesin-servicetrainingtotheclienthospital.
J.Assistsstaffmembersinformationofin-servicetopicsaswellasthedeliveryofthesetopics.
K.Providesclinicaland non-clinicalguidancefor lessexperiencedperfusionists.
L.Forwardsappropriatequestions totheDirector ofOperationsfortheirregion.
M.Whileexecuting his/herdutiesinthesurgical area, he/she willbe under the directionoftheprimarysurgeon.
MAJORDUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES WHEN IN CLINICAL ROLE:
Theclinicalduties ofthe ECLS Coordinatorinclude,butarenotlimitedto:
1.Operatestheextracorporealcircuit,pump,andrelatedequipment.
2.Managestheongoingprocessofhealthcaredeliverytopatientsandfamilies per institutional policies.
3.ParticipatesinpatientroundsandpossiblymakingsuggestionstothePhysicianand ECLS team after assessing patient responses to ECLS therapy.
4.Reviewslaboratoryandbloodgasresultsandtreatswithindefinedprotocolsprescribed by physician in charge.
5.Circuitadjustmentsincludingpumpflow,gasexchange,hemofiltration,anticoagulation therapy, or other to maintain patient within limitations set by ECLS physician.
6.Troubleshoots the ECLS circuit and make replacements of circuit components as indicatedandpotentiallyinthepresenceoftheinstitutionalPerfusionistsandPhysicians.
7.MayassistindatacollectionandresearchactivitiesassociatedwiththeinstitutionorEpic.
8.Attendsongoingclassesofspecific institutionand/orEpic asrelated toECLSservices.
SpecificandancillaryclinicalresponsibilitiesoftheECLS Coordinator:
1.Accuratelyassesspathophysiologicalchanges withinthepatientduringbypass.
2.ManagesECMOflowin relationshipto patientmanagementparameters
3.Performsalltechnicalskillswithefficiency,accuracy,safety,andinaccordancewith institutional and Epic policy and procedures.
4.Operatesallequipmentaccordingtopolicyandprocedure:differentiatepatientvs.patient problems and intervene appropriately.
5.Implementsstandingphysicianorderswithinestablishedguidelines
6.Anticipates,intervenes,andmanagescrisis/emergencysituationsaccording topolicyandprocedure;maintainsprofessionalcomposure.
7.Demonstrateseffective assessmentof theECLScircuit.
8.Performs,manages,andtroubleshootsanticoagulationperinstitutionalprotocol.
9.DemonstratesproperbloodsamplingtechniquesfromtheECLScircuit.
10.Documentsappropriatelyonall ECMOrecordsincludingOnCloudEMR.
11.DemonstratesadministrationofallbloodproductsintotheECLScircuit
12.ManageslaboratoryresultsandperformsappropriateinterventionsasrelatedbyECLStherapy.
13.Assessesclinicalstatusofthepatient,includingvitalsignsanddiscusspossibleintervention.
14.Providesfeedbackfor improvedpatient outcomesto othercareproviders
15.Assimilatesinformationandthenprovidesdocumentationoftheinterventionsthatprovide the chosen integrated plan of care.
16.Anticipatesandcommunicatespatientneedsthatwillrequireinterventionbyother members of the care team.
17.Anticipateslearningneedsforpatients/families/andstaff.
18.Assistsothersin defininglearningoutcomes andappropriateinterventions.
19.Usesinnovationinindividualizingpatient/familyteachingtotheindividualpatient/familyneeds.
20.Participatesduringpatientmanagementdiscussionsandsuggestsclinicalmanagement options during discussions.
21.Maintainsqualificationlicensureasperthoselicensurerequirements.
22.MaintainscommunicationwithininstitutionalandEpicstandardsandpoliciesfor delivery of ECLS care.
23.MaintainscompetenciesincurrenttopicsofECLSthroughinstitutionaljournals,Internet, and networking with care providers of similar nature.
24.Punctuality,professionalrespectforallotherteammembers,andprofessionalbehavior must be maintained at all times.
Personaldemands on theECLS Coordinatorinclude:
1.Participatein“on-call”scheduling,whichisprovided24hoursaday,7daysaweek,365 days a year.
2.Mustwearapagerorcellphoneduring“on-call”timesandbeavailabletorespond within the designated call response time of the hospital.
3.Must be in good physicalcondition.
4.Mustbe ableto endurelong hours,both mentallyandphysically
5.Physicalrequirementsincludestandingforlongperiodsoftime,lifting,stooping,sitting, stretching, and other bodily demands for extended intervals.
6.Exposuretonoxious gasesand bodily fluidswithrisk ofinfections anddiseases.
7.Remaincurrent on presentECLStechnologyprocedures,techniques,andliterature.
8.Establishandmaintainaprofessionaldemeanor.
9.Re-enforcethe integrityof Epic Cardiovascular Staffing.
10.Whendirected,serveinsupportivecapacityforallclinicalaccountsrelative tovacation relief, sick leave, and temporary staffing.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A.Certified Clinical Perfusionist, RegisteredNurseorRegisteredRespiratoryTherapistlicensedin thestateofemployment.
B.Minimumoftwo (2)yearsintensivecareorrelatedexperience.
C.Satisfactorycompletion of anECLS TrainingCourse.
D.Satisfactorycompletionof theEpic Cardiovascular clinicalassessmentexamination.
E.Aminimumof60 hoursof ClinicalPumptime.
F.FullunderstandingofcircuitcomponentsutilizedfortheserviceofaparticularECLScenter.
G.The abilitytoremaincalmunderpressure andamechanicalinclinationispreferred.
H. Candidate must relocate to Washington, DC, or the surrounding area
Serious inquires only please.
Epic Cardiovascular Staffing Benefits:
- Competitive salaries
- Relocation reimbursement
- Paid vacation
- 401K plan with company match
- Incentives and bonuses for travel and additional opportunities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance w/ voluntary life option
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Professional liability insurance
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
Estimated Compensation Range
$150,000-$200,000+ per year based on skills, experience and possible bonus opportunities
Contact:
Ben Greenfield, MPS, CCP, LP
Director of Recruiting
Epic Cardiovascular Staffing (formerly Perfusion.com)
2250 McGregor Blvd., Suite 3300
Fort Myers, FL 33901