ECMO Specialist - RT

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Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The ECMO Specialist is responsible for following ECMO policies and procedures in patient care. The ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) Specialist operates and maintains the ECMO circuit and equipment for patients requiring long-term pulmonary or cardiac support. The Specialist functions independently following standing ECMO orders and parameters while under the direction of the ECMO Physician and ECMO Supervisor. The Specialist will incorporate all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of care to the patient, demonstrate expertise in caring for patients with multiple or complex conditions by monitoring the patient's status and ECMO circuit, maintain the ECMO pump and assumes responsibility for identifying and correcting problems associated with any ECMO procedures, and provide ECMO services as ordered by an ECMO physician in accordance with established policies, procedures and guidelines.

Qualifications

Graduate of a CoARC approved respiratory care program, AND Bachelor's degree in related discipline. Minimum of one year ICU experience as a Respiratory Therapist. ICU experience is required. Must maintain active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care and Respiratory Care Professionals. One year RT experience within the last five years preferred. Two years of ICU experience as a Respiratory Therapist preferred.
Current Minnesota Respiratory Therapist (LRT) license. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent determined by site is required. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained prior to completion of orientation where applicable. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$44.04 - $66.04 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

72

Schedule Details

Variable Schedule; 12 hour shifts; Day/Night or Straight Nights Available;

Weekend Schedule

Every 3rd Weekend

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
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Recruiter

Charlie Walker

Graduate of a CoARC approved respiratory care program, AND Bachelor's degree in related discipline. Minimum of one year ICU experience as a Respiratory Therapist. ICU experience is required. Must maintain active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care and Respiratory Care Professionals. One year RT experience within the last five years preferred. Two years of ICU experience as a Respiratory Therapist preferred.
Current Minnesota Respiratory Therapist (LRT) license. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent determined by site is required. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained prior to completion of orientation where applicable. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.