Clinical Perfusionist

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Manager, Cardiac Surgery, selects, assembles, operates, monitors, and maintains artificial extracorporeal circulation apparatuses used to support or replace a patient's cardiac and/or pulmonary function during a variety of surgical and therapeutic procedures.

Graduate of a recognized accredited Cardiovascular Perfusion program and eligible to be certified by the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion. One year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Ability to operate related perfusion equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal effectively with others, including medical and nursing staff, patients and hospital department Directors.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.