Cardiovascular Perfusionist

About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

The Cardiovascular Perfusionist functions in a highly specialized pediatric environment. In this role, the Cardiovascular Perfusionist contributes to clinical, education and research practices in perfusion.

Here's what you'll get to do

• Contribute to clinical, education and research practices in Perfusion by providing extracorporeal life support to patients requiring the use of cardiopulmonary bypass, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) or ventricular assist devices
• Provide patients with temporary support of cardiac and/or respiratory systems in critical care settings
• Participate in inter-hospital ECMO initiation and transportation of patients supported on ECMO
• Act as a perfusion resource and provide clinical support to non-cardiac service areas, including orthopedic and general surgery
• Integrate new knowledge and research into clinical practice in collaboration with the interdisciplinary health care team
• Provide and share knowledge with patient and families, the public and other professionals internal and external to SickKids

Here's what you'll need

• Graduate of an Accredited Perfusion Program
• Hold a minimum of an undergraduate baccalaureate degree
• Current certification in good standing by the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion and American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or eligible for same
• Continuing Education Required: Continuing education units (CEUs) are obtained by attending scientific perfusion meetings (local, national and/or international), presenting and publishing. This activity is necessary to maintain mandatory annual re-certification with the above organizations.
• Experience in Perfusion. Pediatric Perfusion experience is an asset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Capability of critical thinking and making independent decisions with appropriate responses
• Demonstrated ability to function with confidence under stress in an interdisciplinary care model
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion

Here's what you'll love

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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