Assistant - Perfusionist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onEast Oakton Street, Des Plaines, Maine Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60018, United States
Our versatile experts assist in a broad range of surgeries in operating rooms across the country. We recognize the deep responsibility physicians feel for their procedures' success and their patients' health. Surgeons invest so much of themselves in their work that it is only right they have a highly trained, capable, and trustworthy team by their side.
Surgeons need integrated specialists who fully understand their methods and preferences. They need equipment that is perfectly prepped and ready every single time. They need people in the room pushing themselves just as hard as they are to deliver excellence day in and day out. That's why we work with and train the best in perfusion, IONM, ECMO, surgical assist, minimally invasive surgical support, deep brain stimulation, and more. We offer rewarding roles in allied healthcare that provide growth, development, and the chance to positively impact lives every day.
As a Perfusionist Assistant in Des Plaines, Illinois, you will be an integral part of the surgical team, assisting certified Perfusionists in all aspects of care rendered. Your role is vital in supporting cardiac and non-cardiac surgical procedures, ensuring that the perfusionist has the necessary support to manage complex patient care.
You will work directly under the supervision of a Certified Clinical Perfusionist, Cardiovascular Surgeon, and/or Anesthesiologist. Your day-to-day responsibilities include charting monitoring values and laboratory results, acting as a courier for blood samples and supplies, and setting up extracorporeal circuits. You will also perform autotransfusion services, including platelet-rich plasma processing, and assist with Intra-aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) procedures, from equipment setup to monitoring and charting.
Beyond the operating room, you will manage laboratory services, maintain equipment, and ensure all documentation meets protocol standards. You will be expected to live our core values of Integrity, Care, Urgency, and Improvement, while actively participating in quality improvement committees and presenting data to surgeons quarterly.
SpecialtyCare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe that our strength lies in the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team members.
To join our team, please apply using Job ID #7229. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how your skills can contribute to our mission of delivering excellence in allied healthcare.
Work model: On-site
East Oakton Street, Des Plaines, Maine Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60018, United States
Des Plaines, Illinois
Bachelor's degree in a related field. Previous experience in a similar role.
Skills: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Autotransfusion, Platelet Rich Plasma Processing, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, Electronic Physiological Monitoring, Lab Analysis Equipment.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.