Pediatric Perfusionist

Job Description

Responsible for working closely together with cardiac surgeons; operate and maintain Extracorporeal Circulation Systems during cardiac operations. Responsible for related duties including Counterpulsation, Hemofiltration and Autotransfusion.

• Coordinating and participating in the set up and operation of extracorporeal circulation to achieve conditions ordered such as bypass, coronary perfusion and reperfusion in handling patients’ vital circulatory functions during surgery.
• Maintaining continuous supply of blood in the extracorporeal system and making adjustments to change blood content, temperature or balance as directed.
• Performing other related duties incidental to the work described herein (e.g. Counterpulsation, Hemofiltration, Autotransfusion).

• Supervising and participating in the disassembly, cleaning and routine maintenance of equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment; reorder as required.

Preparing and maintaining records regarding functioning of equipment and procedures performed.

• Complying consistently with facility policies, procedures and practices and ensuring alignment with SEHA facilities policies.
• Completing and maintaining regulatory requirements including: licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames.

Maintaining confidentiality with regards to any information exchanged or received in the current capacity of role in accordance with facility policy.

• Assuming the role of a brand ambassador for the facility and promoting a customer focused philosophy in dealing with any stakeholders.
• Maintaining positive and effective working relationships within the department/division and also with other departments/sections within the facility.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned relevant to the basic responsibilities of the role.

• Adhering to requirements of the Occupational Health and safety guidelines and infection control guidelines.
• Understanding and adhering to emergency preparedness plans/policies.

• Recognizing the necessity of continuously developing skills and acquiring additional knowledge appropriate to the position.
• Dressing appropriately to meet the expectations of the specific work area and in alignment with the Occupational Health and Safety policies.
• Building key partnerships within the organization for pursuing client‑centered, comprehensive, integrated systems of care.
• Complying with any regulations related to mentoring, training and development of UAE nationals staff.

• Bachelor degree in Cardiac Perfusion or BSC in a science subject plus a post graduate diploma/certificate in Perfusion.
• Current national license, registration with the Society of Perfusionists of Great Britain and Ireland or the European Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.

• Two (2) years’ practical experience post qualification in a health setting.
• Proof of performing hundred (100) clinical perfusions’ procedures independently.

Abu Dhabi Healthcare Company (SEHA) is the largest and most comprehensive healthcare network in the UAE that was established in 2007 with the objective of operating all public hospitals and clinics across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. SEHA is committed to delivering world‑class healthcare services using the most advanced diagnostics and systems across its network of public healthcare centers and hospitals in addition to partnering with global leaders in healthcare, including world renowned organizations such as the Mayo Clinic.

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