Director - Cardiovascular Perfusion

Description Maine Medical Center Management/Leadership Req #: 72420

Summary:

Under general supervision is responsible for the scheduling, training, and supervision of the staff cardiovascular perfusionists and cardiovascular anesthesia technicians. Administrative duties include budget preparation, purchasing of supplies and equipment and evaluation of new products, etc. Work also includes the principal duties and responsibilities of a cardiovascular perfusionist. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education:

Graduate of an accredited training program with a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree. Clinical experience as specified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Technology.

License/Certifications:

Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion required.

Experience:

A minimum of five years of experience as a cardiovascular perfusionist to thoroughly understand the complexities of the job and be able to develop effective training programs. Management experience is mandatory. Must possess leadership, organizational and problem solving skills in order to provide direction and support to staff. Ability to concentrate for long periods of time when serving as a perfusionist, be able to think and react quickly in emergency situations. Must have more than the average degree of manual dexterity. Ability to make independent judgements to resolve complex problems consistent with accepted practices in cardiovascular perfusion. High level of analytical ability to anticipate, identify and solve life threatening perfusion problems. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, physicians, administrators, and operating room personnel. Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact philip.ellis@mainehealth.org