Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Talent Pool)

Overview

• Maintains and optimizes circulatory support and homeostasis of patients requiring cardiopulmonary bypass in cardiac and non-cardiac procedures by utilizing theoretical knowledge and technical skills to assemble, calibrate and operate the heart lung machine
• Assembles, operates, and monitors myocardial preservation during CPB
• Accesses the needs of patients and independently respond to and deliver appropriate therapies
• Provides additional therapeutic services such as:
• Administering under prescription, various medical gases, anesthetics, drugs, blood products, and crystalloid solutions
• Induced hypothermia and hemodilution of various degrees
• Operating and monitoring of Ventricular assist devices
• Isolated chemotherapeutic limb perfusion; and more
• Demonstrates and understands the operational theory/procedures and performance characteristics of equipment to facilitate their effective and efficient operation in accordance to patient’s requirement
• Ensures the quality of the practice and safety standards is maintained
• Utilizes specialized knowledge to participates in professional development, teaching and education activities within Perfusion Services
• At minimum, completion of a BSc degree with a diploma in Cardiovascular Perfusion
• Certification (or eligibility of certification) with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion (CSCP)/or American Board of Clinical Perfusion (ABCP)
• Thorough knowledge of the theory and practice procedures, instruments, equipment, and special techniques
• Specialized knowledge of extracorporeal physiology and mechanics (both adult and pediatric) required
• Knowledge of applicable Hospital and departmental policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols and practices
• Excellent judgement, problem recognition, and problem solving-skills
• Effective time management skills with the ability to organize work and set priorities for self and others
• Highly developed expertise and effective communication with all other health team members are essential in making the frequent, critical decisions required during the course of a bypass or other related perfusion procedures
• Ability to work both effectively and accurately, adapting under stressful conditions in a fast-paced team environment
• Demonstrated interest in continuing education
• Competitive offer packages
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UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Union:  Non-Union

Number of Positions: 4

Site:  Toronto General Hospital & Toronto Western Hospital

Department:  Surgical Services

Reports to:  Perfusion Manager

Wage Range:  $66.48 - $83.93 per hour

Hours:  37.5 hours per week

Shifts:  Variable 24/7

Status:  Permanent Full Time

This is a Talent Pool posting for all current Cardiovascular Perfusionist vacancies, all external applicants will be reviewed monthly to interview for all full time and temporary opportunities that arise in the next 12-months. We welcome all students with a set-exam date to also apply.

Position Summary

UHN’s Perfusion Services supports Toronto’s biggest and busiest suite of ORs, conducting 1750 cardiac surgeries each year. The Perfusion Department actively involved in the Transplant (Heart, Lungs & Liver), Organ Regeneration, ECLS and Ventricular Assist Device Programs. Our suite of ORs incorporates state-of-the-art-technology to assist the surgical teams in handling the most complex cases. We have an environment where creativity and innovative case management are encouraged.

This opportunity is not for everyone, but for those with the desire, motivation, and energy, it will be a life-changing experience.

Duties

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.