Veterinary Perfusionist
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Job no: 534220
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
Department:28311000 - VM-HOSPITAL
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Veterinary Perfusionist
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| Job Description: |
Perfusion Support
- Provide perfusion support for patients undergoing open-heart surgery at the Small Animal Hospital, including, but not limited to the following duties:
a. Be responsible for sourcing needed disposable equipment for circuitry and perfusion.
b. Operate a heart/lung machine and other ancillary support equipment.
c. Administer blood, blood products, anesthetics and drugs through the extracorporeal circuit.
Fellowship Training
a. Develop an organized perfusion fellowship training program and train veterinarians in the skill of perfusion.
Post-op patient Care Advisement
a. Provide care input for post-bypass patients if needed.
b. Communicate in a clear and timely manner with cardiologists and ICU nurses for the post-op care of patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass / perfusion.
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| Expected Salary: |
Commensurate with experience
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| Minimum Requirements: |
Bachelor's of science in perfusion, or a bachelor's degree and completion of a perfusion training program.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
•Clinical experience providing cardiopulmonary bypass for either a minimum of 3 years for people plus at least 1 year for animals OR at a minimum of 3 years for animals
•Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
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| Health Assessment Required: |
Yes |
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