Works under the direction and supervision of the Chief Perfusionist. The Perfusionist Assistant is responsible for autologous cell salvage and infusion of blood products for patients requiring cardiac or transplant surgery, as well as any other specialty as requested by the operating surgical team. Assists perfusionists as required during CPB and ECMO. Checks and transfuses blood products as requested by the surgery team during surgery.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education: Associate’s Degree in a health-related field
Preferred Education: N/A

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Years and Type of Required Experience: Minimum of one year experience in a clinical setting
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: N/A
Cultural Responsiveness: N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: N/A
Combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree.

Working Conditions: Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. * May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *

• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs), Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.), Crawling, Bending
Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing

ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ HAZARDS

Physical Requirements: Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
Hazards: Use of Latex Gloves, Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

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