Cardiovascular Perfusionist

1 month ago

Old Toronto Ontario, CA Uhnresearch Full time

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Surgical Services
Reports to: Perfusion Manager
Grade: B0:12
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
Shifts: Variable 24/7
Status: Temporary Full-Time (Approx. 18 months)
Closing Date: September 30, 2024

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

  • 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 responds to and delivers 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 participate in professional development, teaching and education activities within Perfusion Services.
Qualifications
  • 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.
Additional Information

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.

  • Competitive offer packages.
  • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
  • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service.
  • A flexible work environment.
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization.
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.).

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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