Details
Sign-on bonus: TBA
Department: Cardiovascular
Schedule: TBA
Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
$15,000 Sign-on bonus
Ascension Health in Indianapolis Indiana is recruiting for a full time staff perfusionist (Adult and pediatric) to join our team of 14 experienced perfusionists. This position is located in Carmel Indiana which is approximately 15 miles north of Indianapolis. Carmel and surrounding suburbs are known for their strong sense of community, excellent schools, cultural attractions and great quality of life.
The qualified candidate will participate in a variety of adult & pediatric cardiac surgery procedures including; ASD, VSD, CABG, valve, minimally invasive mitral and aortic valve repair/replacement, adult heart transplant, VAD & ECMO. Our surgeons are exceptionally skilled and great to work with. This position is full-time with rotating on-call and clinical cases shared equally.
We offer a competitive salary & benefit package including medical, dental, vision, a matching 401K plan, a generous amount of PTO, bonus pay for ECMO coverage, expense reimbursement for CME meetings including additional time off to attend CME meetings.
Bachelor's degree in addition to graduation from an accredited cardiopulmonary perfusion training program required. The position requires the candidate be board certified or certification eligible by the American Board of Cardiopulmonary Perfusion. New graduates are welcome to apply. New graduates must obtain Board certification within 18 months from hire date.
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.
Responsibilities
Operates extra-corporeal circulation equipment during procedure requiring artificial support or the temporary replacement of circulatory or respiratory functions.
Prepare for procedure by performing patient assessment.
Perform perfusion and other procedure including the monitoring of the patient's anticoagulation, electrolyte, acid-base and blood-gas status throughout procedures and takes appropriate action to resolve imbalances.
Perform assembly, maintenance, cleaning and calibration of equipment and maintains adequate supplies.
Provide proper documentation of assessments, activities, and procedures.
The qualified candidate will perform clinical cardiopulmonary bypass during a variety of cardiac surgery procedures for adult cases. Procedures include; CABG, valve, minimally invasive mitral and aortic valve repair/replacement, heart transplant, VAD, ECMO, etc. This position is full-time with shared rotating on-call responsibilities and shared clinical accountability.
Bachelor's degree in addition to graduation from an accredited cardiopulmonary perfusion training program required. The position requires the candidate be board certified or certification eligible by the American Board of Cardiopulmonary Perfusion. Board certification must be obtained within 18 months from hire date.
Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Certified Perfusionist credentialed from the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.Additional Preferences
About Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis
As a member of the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world’s largest Catholic health system, Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis serves the greater Indianapolis metropolitan area with hospital care, a 24/7 ER, Level I Trauma Center and Transplant
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis is an 825-bed hospital and has consistently been ranked nationally by HealthGrades, the nation’s leading provider of independent hospital ratings, in many of our specialty areas including: Heart Care, Critical care, Gastrointestinal care, Orthopedic services, Pulmonary services, and Stroke care.
Serving Indiana for 136 years, Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis is a faith-based healthcare organization committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable.
About Indianapolis
Indianapolis is the 15th largest city in the nation and is the center of America's heartland.
Indianapolis supports more than 200 arts organizations, including a world-class symphony, theater, opera, ballet, museums, art galleries and professional sports.
Home to the nationally best rated Indianapolis International Airport, the world's largest children's museum as well as one of the nation's largest privately funded zoos.
Indiana's cost of living and unemployment rates remain below the national average. Physicians in Indiana enjoy low malpractice rates, making Indiana one of the top physician friendly states in which to practice medicine.
About Ascension Medical Group
When you join Ascension Medical Group (AMG), you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care.
With 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers strong, AMG is one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the United States. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.
Why Join Our Team
Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 150,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
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