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10+ years of experience
Promoted through ranks from initial role as Per Diem Traveling Perfusionist to manage scheduling and daily operations for all auto-transfusion and cardiac accounts in Michigan. Recruited, hired, and led team of 25+ perfusionists and clinical technologists. Monitored and presented quality indicators to hospital administrators, surgeons, and medical directors. Served on HCSG Perfusion Advisory Board, as Quality Preceptor for Joint Commission readiness and compliance, and as Chief Perfusionist at Bronson Hospital.
- Reduced intra-operative blood usage by 40% at primary hospital by instituting blood management protocol in cardiac surgery.
- Secured Joint Commission accreditation and finding-free inspections for each and every Michigan account as Quality Preceptor ensuring compliance with credentialing and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated expertise in heart lung machines, cardiac assist devices, cell savers, and dialysis/renal replacement machines with ~600 open-heart procedures performed each year.
- Contributed to inventory and billing improvements by participating in Six Sigma process improvement project.
- Played key role in driving organizational growth by working with sales team to acquire/renew contracts.
- Recognized consistently for best practice implementations, quality standards, and customer service.
10+ years of experience
Served on a cohesive, five-member level one trauma center team handling 100-150 open-heart surgical adult cases per year, covering alternate shifts including 24/7 on call rotational duties.
- Responded to a variety of emergency and surgical situations.
- Performed point of care and quality control testing, participated in cost containment and efficiency practice projects.
- Trained perfusionist students on a rotating basis
- Part of a “5-Star” employee team recognized for exemplary work.
6-10 years of experience
Performed quality management and perfusion functions for this level-one trauma center and teaching hospital. Performed pediatric and adult procedures, including open heart, transplants, isolated limb perfusions, and a variety of orthopedic and vascular surgeries. Scheduled staff. Assisted in developing department budget. Operated/maintained IL BGE.
- Commended for designing/implementing an innovative Continuous Quality Assurance
- Instrumental in department’s receiving hospital’s Financial Impact Award for reducing costs based on successful QA and inventory management systems.
- Consistently met JCAHO standards; work continuously to comply with regulations.
- Designed a clinical database using MS Access software, permitting perfusionists to enter data and resulting in cost savings and improved reporting capabilities.
- Developed an innovative Inventory Management/Ordering system using Excel software, resulting in up to $200,000 reductions in operating costs.
- Developed quarterly Blood Utilization Reports for the Blood Utilization Committee.
- Served as Clinical Instructor for Ohio State University students.
- Completed medical mission to Lima, Peru; coordinated donations; perfused 8 pediatric/infant open heart cases in primitive conditions with inadequate equipment.
6-10 years of experience
Helped rebuild [company name] to a nationally ranked top 100 Cardiac Hospital.
- Initiated cost improvements that led to significant cost savings year over year.
- Coordinated efforts to bring in new technology including minimally invasive valve procedures, TMR
- Worked closely with cardiac surgery team to track quality indicators and implement quality
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for Administrative oversight and daily flow of the Cardiovascular Perfusion Department that provides 365 day, 24/7 coverage for Cardiothoracic Surgery, Level 1 Traumas, and all other Orthopedic needed services (auto transfusion, and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP). Serve as the primary supervisor for all aspects of pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass. Responsible for all perfusion case management and collaborative assessments to help with improving patient outcomes. Evaluated all supply inventories and restructured contracts to reverse previous financial decline and restore stability by implementing aggressive cost reductions without compromising patient care.
- Responsible for administrative oversight of the Open Heart Surgery Cost Center, with responsibilities including annual budget, capital expenditures, payroll, staff recruitment, retention, and performance appraisals for staff perfusionists.
- Developed and Implemented Policy and Procedure Manual for the Perfusion Department.
- Developed perfusion new hire employee check list and annual employee competencies.
- Coordinated problem resolution strategies to improve procedures, systems, and staffing.
- Resolved Conflicts while maintaining positive internal/external relationships.
- Clinical instructor for Drexel University and Cooper Cardiovascular Technology Perfusion Programs.
6-10 years of experience
Complete operation of heart-lung machine and ancillary equipment during cardiothoracic cases including coronary artery bypass grafting, heart valve repair/replacements, heart transplants and aortic aneurysm repairs. Responsible for taking emergency heart call one weekly and every fourth weekend. Maintained daily written communications to the patient’s primary physician. Performed daily equipement troubleshooting, cleaning and supply management. Complete updating for Microsoft Access patient record database. Frequent emergent circuit set ups for patient emergencies.
- Responsible for formulation of Monthly Call Schedule for Perfusion department.
- Volunteered to be a speaker for the 2002 Emory Cardiac Anesthesia Meeting.
- Consulted patients to enroll in Dr. Puskas’ pioneering “SMART” Study which was analyzing the pros and cons of utilizing the heart-lung machine.
- Administered pulmonary function and neurological tests for the “SMART” Study.
0-5 years of experience
Operated the heart/lung machine for cardiopulmonary procedures
- Used appropriate equipment/supplies and monitor data based on patient
- Communicated with open-heart team personnel during procedures
- Recognized and resolved variances and abnormal situations that may arise
- Demonstrated appropriate clinical vigilance and awareness before, during and after cardiopulmonary bypass
6-10 years of experience
I successfully operated the heart-lung machine during cardiac procedures. The caseload included bypass grafts, valve replacements and reconstruction, and Heart-port minimally invasive procedures. I performed all necessary maintenance procedures on our equipment, as well as laboratory assays on patient specimens, quality control materials and regulatory agency proficiency specimens. I was responsible for data collection and entry, billing, inventory management and scheduling. My clinical duties included hospital wide intra-aortic balloon pump insertions and ventricular assist device implantations. Cell salvage was performed each cardiac case and I was responsible for on-call emergency cell salvage for any procedure for which cell salvage was necessary.
- Safely performed over 1500 cardiopulmonary bypass procedures
- Authored two formal studies for company mandated quality improvement initiatives, performing all data collection and statistical analysis.
- Attended surgical rounds in the intensive care unit, following up patient recovery and discussing methods of improving outcomes
0-5 years of experience
Operated heart/lung machine for coronary artery bypass cases and valve replacements
- Operated the heart and lung machine for bi-pass cases
- Consulted with cardiovascular surgeon prior to each patient’s case presentation
- Deemed competent to assume additional responsibilties including harvesting of saphenous leg veins for conduit in coronary artery bypass grafting, as well as wound closure
- Educated residents on techniques, operation of medical devices and introduced new cardiovascular equipment capabilities
0-5 years of experience
Operated cardiac bypass pump during open heart procedures
- Monitored patient parameters while on bypass, including the administration of blood products, drugs and anesthetic agents
- Trained students in the operation of the bypass pump
- Consulted with surgeons on techniques to be used during open heart surgery
- Managed patients requiring cardiac support, including ventricular assist devices and intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation
10+ years of experience
Provided perfusion, blood salvage, platelet rich plasma, assist devices, & intraoperative neuromonitoring services
- Supplied all disposables and hardware for these services
- Provided consignment heart valves for hospitals
- Formed limited partnerships with surgeons
0-5 years of experience
Performed intraoperative perfusion of abdominal and thoracic organs for hundreds of organ recoveries
- Regularly scrubbed in to set up sterile field and OR back tables
- Made phone calls with anatomical observations to accepting surgeons
- Performed as a surgical first assist
- Managed and directed donor hospital OR staff upon arrival at donor hospital
- Interfaced with surgeons and transplant centers throughout the organ recovery process
- Coordinated transport for surgical teams and supplies for the recovery of transplantable and research organs
- Prepared all paperwork and online documentation of organ recovery as required by the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)
0-5 years of experience
- Perfused and packaged organs in the operating room.
- Evaluated potential import organs for transplant.
- Maintained organ supplies and equipment.
- Revised current policies and procedures to current practices.
- Educated operating room staff of organ procurement process.
- Perfused kidneys for transplant using Waters kidney preservation system.
0-5 years of experience
Part-time employment with this nonclinical biomedical/pharmaceutical testing company. Included responsibilities as cardiopulmonary perfusionist, anesthetist, post operative patient care/monitoring and instrumention implementation, including other diverse research support responsiblities. The nature of the research involved the implantation of prosthetic heart valves, testing of left ventricular assist devices, along with the support of other biomedical device testing.
- Performed anesthetist duties during various surgical procedures.
- Performed cardiopulmonary perfusion duties during prosthetic heart valve implantation surgeries.
- Supervised research support personnel
- Calibrated and operated various medical and clinical laboratory equipment and instruments.
0-5 years of experience
- Created surgical custom pack to reduce cost of individual supplies
- Managed and provided support to multiple surgical/recovery teams.
- Performed extensive West Coast travel on short notice for multiple donor cases
- Maintained and monitored personnel for aseptic technique during recovery
- Created and maintained spreadsheets for peri-operative inventory
0-5 years of experience
Skilled in all areas of Perfusion Techniques & Services
- Adult Case Load: 1200 per year
- Cardiac Assist Devices (Heartmate & Thoratec)
- Skilled in all areas of Ancillary Perfusion Techniques (Liver Transplant & ECMO)
- Actively participated in the School of Perfusion Science as a Clinical Instructor
- IABP Monitoring Support with Air Care
6-10 years of experience
Coordinated adult perfusion services including staffing, purchasing, and quality implementation for three hospitals in University system
- Operated heart lung machine in cardiac surgery and isolated limb perfusion
- Operated ancillary support equipment for cardiac surgical patients
- Analyzed blood gas, electrolyte, and anti coagulant status for surgical patients
- Worked on team to develop quality parameters for perfusion services
10+ years of experience
Responsible for all perfusion related services for approximately 650 Open Heart patients per year.
- Performs cardiopulmonary bypass for adult population.
- Provides support to Surgical Intensive Care Staff caring for patients with Ventricular assists devices.
- Directs perfusion operations in absence of Manager.
- Clinical resource for Cardiovascular OR Team.
0-5 years of experience
Operate cardiopulmonary bypass machine and associated devices for adult patients~130+cases
- Monitoring and analysis of anticoagulation, blood gases and patient physiology
- Initiation and around-the-clock perfusion staffed adult ECMO
- Perform platelet gel services
- Main clinical site for Milwaukee School of Engineering Perfusion Technology Program
0-5 years of experience
- Managed the supply inventory for organ preservation supplies.
- Managed the organ preservation training program.
- Wrote all the clinical training SOP’s and training plan for organ recovery and preservation.
- Performed Tissue and Organ Recovery and preservation.
- Recovered Cornea tissue for corneal transplants.
0-5 years of experience
Served as a staff perfusionist on the cardiovascular healthcare team and in the general OR.
- Application of circulation technology including but not limited to: adult cardiopulmonary bypass; autologous blood recovery in open heart surgery, general surgery, and traumas; setup and operation of the intraaortic balloon pump; and application of PRP during ortho cases.
- Nonclinical involvement included but not limited to: database management, QC and cleaning of equipment, and ordering of supplies.
- Helped orient new employees with daily operations and routines of the department. Served as a liaison between the surgeons, cardiac nurses, technicians, anesthesiologist, and management staff.
10+ years of experience
Sets up and operates heart-lung machine in hospital to take over functions of patient’s heart and lungs during surgery.
- IAPB insertion and monitoring.
- Autotransfusion
- Platelet gel procedures.
- Works with hospital administration to create and implement budget for department.
- Responsible for maintaining inventory.
6-10 years of experience
Served as an expert VAD instructor for visiting hospital employees.
- Evaluated and streamlined preexisting ECMO circuit as a member of the ECMO task force.
- Developed a strong comprehension of several VADs including Heartmate I and II, Abiomed I, Abiomed II, Thoratec PVAD, IVAD, CentriMag, Debakey, Novacor, TandemHeart, Impella.
- Established a solid rapport with attending surgeons, anesthesiologists, and physician assistants.
- Acted as Clinical Instructor for 3 different perfusion programs.
- Tutored individual students for American Board Certification Exam.
- Instructed and oriented incoming anesthesia residents.
- Performed in advanced bypass cases involving, minimally invasive surgery, robotic cardiac surgery, antegrade cerebral perfusion, peritoneal chemoperfusion, heart/lung/liver transplants, selective pulmonary leukofiltration, deep hypothermic circulatory arrest for giant cerebral aneurysms, left heart bypass, ECMO (neonatal/pediatric/adult).
- Founded a battery-recycling program preventing over 15,000 batteries from being improperly disposed of in landfills.
- Presided as senior animal lab perfusionist for various research projects.
- Operated complex congenital CPB cases involving total exchange transfusion, dual aortic cannulation, MUF, ultra low prime volume for neonates, ABO incompatibility heart transplant.
0-5 years of experience
Operated Heart-Lung By-Pass machine during Open Heart surgery
- Worked with Cath Lab staff and stood by for PTCAs and emergency procedures
- On call 5 days a week 24 hours per day and every other weekend
- Placed IABPs, ICADs in patients during surgery, ICU and the ED
- Assisted on hip replacements, knee replacement, spinal fusions, thoracotomy, Triple A’s and trauma autologous blood transfusions
0-5 years of experience
Managed a team of 3-5 perfusionists along with additional staff resources
- Full fiscal responsibility for department including inventory and capital equipment budget
- Created policies and procedures for department
- Chairperson for Cardiac Transfusion Committee
6-10 years of experience
Perform Cardio-Pulmonary Bypass for adult patients
- Cover call for Trauma and Cardiac emergencies
- Perform autotransfusion, platelet gel procedures, ultrafiltration
- Initiate and maintain ECMO for Trauma, Cardiovascular, Critically ill patients
- Assist with IABP insertion, monitoring, and troubleshooting
- Member of POCT committee and Q&A
6-10 years of experience
- Effectively facilitate adult cardiopulmonary bypass through operation of Terumo/Medtronic heart/lung machine
- Management of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation utilizing Maquet Cardiohelp
- Experience with ventricular assist devices including CardiacAssist TandemHeart and Abiomed Impella
- Precise and thorough blood gas analysis via application of Abbott Point of Care iStat System
- Operation and management of Maquet intra aortic balloon pump
- Critical evaluation of new technology presented by sales representatives to assess cost-benefit and overall value to employer
- STS data abstraction for adult cardiothoracic surgery
0-5 years of experience
Employed by a private cardiac surgeon covering four open heart programs
- Aided in pre/post recovery of patients
- Rounded daily with cardiac surgeons on patients
- Follow-up of patients with surgeon in office
- Nurse in ICU caring for critically ill patients/open heart patients
6-10 years of experience
Performs daily tasks of setting up CPB circuits in a sterile, timely fashion
- ECMO, VADS, Balloon Pumps, Transplants, Aortic Surgeries
- Displays very in-depth understanding of different types of procedures and perfusion techniques
- Works well with anesthesia and nursing staffs for the better of the patient
- Takes call during the week and weekends
0-5 years of experience
Facilitate organ/tissue and eye donation in the Washington Metro Area.
- Approaching grieving families about the opportunity of donation.
- Educating hospital personal and the community about donation.
- Coordinating the distribution, recovery and transportation of the team.
- Managing and training staff regarding kidney pump laboratory.
10+ years of experience
- Perfusion Department Manager for clinical perfusion services in contract hospitals
- Per diem clinical perfusionist
- Clinical trainer for IABP, Autotransfusion, LVAD, RVAD, ECMO, BiVAD, Fem-Fem CPB
- Psicor was bought by Baxter Healthcare in 1996
6-10 years of experience
Perform Cardio-Pulmonary Bypass for adult patients
- Cover call for Trauma and Cardiac emergencies
- Perform autotransfusion, platelet gel procedures
- Initiate and maintain ECMO for Trauma, Cardiovascular, Critically ill patients
- Assist with IABP insertion, monitoring, and troubleshooting
- Member of POCT committee and Q&A
6-10 years of experience
- Provided perfusion services for four cardiac surgeons.
- Operated heart/lung machine, autotransfusion machine, blood gas analyzers and other related devices.
- Taught Duke University cardiac surgical residents as well as Nurse Anesthetist students and hospital staff.
0-5 years of experience
Clinical perfusion 450 case load per year, team of 3
- STS and hospital base database collection surgery-discharge
- Cell salvage-platlet gel-autotransfusion -supply management perfusion equipment
- ICU-CCU-Preop-Pharmacy-materials management-sterile supply interaction
0-5 years of experience
Department of Cardiac Surgery
- Preserved patient circulatory and respiratory functions and support during open heart cardiac procedures via the extra-corporeal circuit
- Maintained perfusion charts and records of cardiac surgical procedures
- Attended professional symposiums, grand rounds, and simulation exercises
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for supporting inventory management of disposable products and pharmaceuticals.
- Retrieving perfusion and pharmacy charges
- Inputting clinical statistics into database
- General clerical duties
- Function as a perfusionist assistant in the clinical environment.
0-5 years of experience
- Perform around 100-120 CABG and valve procedures over the past year of employment.
- Work with five surgeons at three hospitals.
- Case types one would encounter in this position: CABGs, valves, and occasional type
0-5 years of experience
- Staff perfusionist for adult and pediatric cases.
- Performed ECMO, LVAD, Vacuum Assist, Abiomed, IABP, and transplant cases.
- Clinical rotation instruction of perfusion technology students, which included clinical training for ECMO, Vacuum Assist, IABP, VAD, and Abiomed cases.
- Worked with cardiac fellows involving research animal lab cardiac projects for Medical Company evaluations.
10+ years of experience
- CABG/Valves/congenital surgeries, Aortic dissections with DHCA
- Heart, Lung, and Liver Transplants
- ECMO, R and L VAD’S, incl: Heartmate, Thoratec, Abiomed
- Point of Care testing with Hepcon, iStat, Hemochron
- Centrifugal pumps, Quest cardioplegia, Vacuum assisted drainage, IABP
- Member of Blood Utilization Committee and Autotransfusion Subcommittee
- Train and certify technicians to operate Cell Savage and monitor QC’s
0-5 years of experience
- Perform initialization and management of cardiopulmonary bypass.
- Conduct open and endovascular saphenous vein harvesting in support of bypass surgery.
- Act as first assist during surgical procedures and open heart operations.
- Provide outstanding pre-operative and post-operative care to patients.
0-5 years of experience
- Operate the heart lung machine during open heart sugery
- Medically manage pediatric patients during surgery
- Operate POC machines
- ECMO and VAD
0-5 years of experience
- Cardiopulmonary Bypass
- Autologous Blood Processing
- Perfusion Laboratory Services
- Physiological Monitoring
- Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
- Ventricular Assist Device ABIOMED and Impella.
- Collection and reporting of quality indicator data
- Demonstration of quality improvement.
- Monitors equipment operations and maintenance requirements.
- Monitor clinical activities to comply with: Joint Commission standards and other applicable regulatory requirements including laboratory compliance.
0-5 years of experience
- Significant clinical experience with animal labs, aortic aneurysms and dissections, CABGs, cell salvage, centrifugal pumps, circulatory arrest/RCP/SACP, congenital heart defects, ECMO, heart and lung transplants, isolated limb perfusion, Jehovah’s Witness, minimally invasive valves, point of care testing, pulmonary embolectomy, robotic CABG with endoclamp, robotic mitral valve repair, TAAA, ventricular assist devices, and VAVD
- Shares the responsibility of providing the pediatric perfusion service among four perfusionists
- Works with fifteen cardiac surgeons, competently operating seven different CPB setups
6-10 years of experience
- Going on procurements and recovering organs
- Cleaning kidneys and putting them on pump
- Uploading charts in unos
0-5 years of experience
- Heart and Liver transplant center
- Regional VAD center
- High volume university hospital
0-5 years of experience
- Heartmate and Thoratec LVADS
- Autotranfusion
- Cardiopulmonary Bypass
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