Perfusionist II

Operates the heart/lung machine required for: total or partial cardiopulmonary bypass for surgical correction of various types of cardiac defects and surgical repair of diseases of the heart and abnormalities of the great vessels.
Essential Responsibilities: Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
Patient Health Care Initiate emergency procedures (including CPR) and provide emergency patient treatment.
Patient Procedures and Activities.
Assist physician in developing new techniques and procedures.
Assist provider in patient examinations and procedure.
Consult with provider concerning procedures and patient condition.
Follow standard infection control procedures.
Monitor and evaluate test readings during procedures.
Observe, monitor, and evaluate patient conditions during and after procedures.
Take, record, and monitor patient vital signs.
Transport patients to/from procedure area.
Assist in cardiovascular procedures.
Perform electrocardiograms.
Draw arterial blood samples.
Assist in insertion/removal of intra-aortic balloon in cardiac surgery.
Perform computation of flow rates and dosages during surgical procedures.
Administer solutions; withdraw and analyze specimens.
Administer physician-ordered medications and solutions during procedures on bypass Monitor I.
V.
Solutions.
Make up cardioplegia solutions for each case.
Laboratories - Clean work area.
Records and Patient Information - Record and chart patient date.
Review patient charts to evaluate patients and identify significant conditions.
Consult with physician concerning test results and alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities.
Equipment and Instruments.
Calibrate and adjust equipment in preparation for and during procedures.
Check emergency equipment.
Load paper and tape into computer printer.
Select and set out appropriate tubings and sterile supplies.
Operate heart/lung machine during surgical procedure.
Arrange for repair of equipment Inspect equipment and instruments for damage.
Check stock and order equipment, fluids.
Re-sterilize equipment.
Administrative and Other.
Maintain current licensure/certifications.
Maintain proficiency in clinical skills.
Other Activities and Responsibilities: Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
SPECIFIC TASK -RELATED ASPECTS: 1.
Procedures - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Electrocardiograph In vivo and In vitro Procedures Operating Room Procedures Pulse Tracing Specimen Preparation.
2.
Equipment Computer Heart/Lung Washing/Cleaning.
TIME SPENT PROFILE: 1.
Type of Activity Scheduled Procedures 57%: Includes patient prep, other prep, performing, assisting, and follow-up actions.
Analyzing Information 25%: Includes reading test results, preparing mathematical calculations, and putting specific data into perspective.
Collecting and Maintaining Written Information 12%: Includes logs, lab slips, charts, forms, requisitions, filing and scheduling appointments.
Unscheduled Procedures 3%: Including Emergency patient care services and other unscheduled care.
Cleaning 3%: Includes sterilization, work area, soaking instruments and decontamination.
Basic Qualifications: Experience Three (3) years recent experience in Cardiac Perfusion required.
Education Graduate from an accredited school of clinical perfusion.
License, Certification, Registration Board certified American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).
Additional Requirements: Ability to demonstrate knowledge of cardiac transducers, monitoring systems, cell savers, auto transfusion devices, cardiopulmonary bypass pump, EKG strip recorders and other cardiovascular intraoperative equipment and related supplies.
Preferred Qualifications: Minimum three (3) years experience working in Adult open-heart surgeries required.
Notes: Call standby on weekends, holidays and off-hours required.
PrimaryLocation : California,Los Angeles,1526 N.
Edgemont Medical Offices HoursPerWeek : 40 Shift : Day Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun WorkingHoursStart : 06:30 AM WorkingHoursEnd : 03:00 PM Job Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard Employee Status : Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B01|SEIU|Local 399 Job Level : Entry Level Job Category : Clinical Support Department : Sunset Medical Center - Cardiac/Cardiovasculr Surg-I/P - 0806 Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.