Perfusionist, Clinical - Royal Columbian Hospital

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $62.13 - $68.10 / hour

Job Summary

The Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) in New Westminster, British Columbia is a level 1 trauma center with 450 acute care beds and 12 ORs. RCH is the primary acute care hospital within the Fraser Health region, serving a population of 1.75 million people. RCH performs an average of 970 open‑heart cases per year, including CABGs, valve replacements/repairs, and complex aortic procedures.

There are 13 perfusionists at RCH supporting all cardiac procedures, including 170 IABP procedures, 435 cell savers and 20‑30 ECLS cases per year. RCH is the only 24/7 ECLS retrieval program in BC, with custom built ECLS transport equipment for ground and air transport. It is also a designated clinical training site for the BCIT perfusion technology program.

Royal Columbian Hospital is conveniently located adjacent to the Sapperton SkyTrain station on the Expo Line, making it easily accessible by public transit for patients and staff.

Join us on an exciting project and make history. The Royal Columbian Hospital Redevelopment Project (RCHRP) is a multi‑year, multi‑phase project to increase the hospital's capacity, beds and services. Read more here RCHRP Phase two. RCH first opened in 1862, is a vital referral centre and regional centre of excellence for trauma, critical care, cardiac care, maternity, neonatal intensive care and neurosurgery. When the full redevelopment is complete, the people of British Columbia will have increased access to cardiac, trauma, mental health, maternity and NICU services and beds.

New Westminster is known for its stunning waterfront views along the Fraser River, located on the north side of the Fraser River bordering several municipalities in each direction (Burnaby, Coquitlam, Surrey and Delta), making it the centre of the Greater Vancouver region.

Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including:

• Comprehensive, 100% Employer‑Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
• Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
• Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
• Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
• Maternity Top‑Up: Receive an 87% top‑up during maternity leave.
• TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes.
• Additional employee discounts and perks available.

*Eligibility based on employment status

Detailed Overview

Under the general supervision of the Coordinator, Perfusion Services, Cardiac Anaesthetist and Cardiac Surgeon, the perfusionist provides technical support in the direct application of extracorporeal perfusion techniques, monitors physiological responses of patients undergoing open‑heart surgery, and is responsible for the operation, repairs and maintenance of related equipment.

Responsibilities

1. Assembles and operates extracorporeal equipment necessary to support or temporarily replace the patient's circulatory and respiratory functions. This equipment may include heart‑lung machines, intra‑aortic balloon devices, and precision blood pumps.
2. Manages myocardial perfusion and protection techniques including cardioplegia delivery systems, topical cooling pads and myocardial ischemia monitors.
3. Utilizes a variety of techniques such as hypothermia, haemodilution, haemoconcentration and autotransfusion as adjuncts to external circulation and support.
4. Monitors and manages the following: hemodynamic pressures, blood gases, anti‑coagulation levels, electrocardiograph and coronary/systemic blood flow.
5. Administers blood products, drugs, anaesthesia vapours, crystalloid solutions and medical gases as directed by Cardiac Anaesthetists and surgeons.
6. Carries out various physiological measurements and calculations.
7. Carries out various calibration and maintenance duties as required. Maintains strict sterile technique.
8. Maintains accurate, legible records and statistics.
9. Participates in perfusion science and related medical research projects.
10. Participates in clinical teaching of perfusion students.
11. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Graduation from a recognized program in Perfusion Science plus two years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Cardiovascular Perfusionists (CSCP) and/or American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Certified.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to organize work.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People – those we care for and those who care for them – are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community‑based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care.

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