ECMO Specialist
Company: Epic Cardiovascular Staffing
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 28, 2026
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Job Description:
Epic Cardiovascular has an exciting opportunity for a registered
nurse or respiratory therapist for a role as an ECMO Specialist at
a renowned medical center! The ECMO/ECLS (Extracorporeal Life
Support) Specialist operates and maintains the extracorporeal
circuit for long -term pulmonary and/or cardiac support. The
Specialist functions independently following standing orders and
parameters under the direction of the ECLS physician, and
participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary team assessing,
planning, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive care services
(therapies). COMPENSATION: $120,000-$135,000 based on skills,
training and experience MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: A. The
duties of the ECLS Specialist include, but are not limited to: 1.
Operates the extracorporeal circuit, pump, and related equipment.
2. Manages the ongoing process of healthcare delivery to patients
and families per institutional policies. 3. Participates in patient
rounds and possibly making suggestions to the Physician and ECLS
team after assessing patient responses to ECLS therapy. 4. Reviews
laboratory and blood gas results and treats within defined
protocols prescribed by physician in charge. 5. Circuit adjustments
including pump flow, gas exchange, hemofiltration, anticoagulation
therapy, or other to maintain patient within limitations set by
ECLS physician. 6. Troubleshoots the ECLS circuit and make
replacements of circuit components as indicated and usually in the
presence of the institutional Perfusionists and Physicians. 7. May
assist in data collection and research activities associated with
the institution or EPIC. 8. Attends ongoing classes of specific
institution and/or EPIC as related to ECLS services. B. Specific
and ancillary responsibilities of the ECLS Specialist: 1.
Accurately assess pathophysiological changes within the patient
during bypass. 2. Manages ECMO flow in relationship to patient
management parameters 3. Performs all technical skills with
efficiency, accuracy, safety, and in accordance with institutional
and EPIC policy and procedures. 4. Operates all equipment according
to policy and procedure: differentiate patient vs. patient problems
and intervene appropriately. 5. Implements standing physician
orders within established guidelines 6. Anticipates, intervenes,
and manages crisis/emergency situations according to policy and
procedure; maintains professional composure. 7. Demonstrates
effective assessment of the ECLS circuit. 8. Performs, manages, and
troubleshoots anticoagulation per institutional protocol. 9.
Demonstrates proper blood sampling techniques from the ECLS
circuit. 10. Documents appropriately on all ECMO records including
OnCloud EMR. 11. Demonstrates administration of all blood products
into the ECLS circuit 12. Manages laboratory results and perform
appropriate interventions as related by ECLS therapy. 13. Assesses
clinical status of the patient, including vital signs and discuss
possible intervention. 14. Provides feedback for improved patient
outcomes to other care providers 15. Assimilates information and
then provide documentation of the interventions that provide the
chosen integrated plan of care. 16. Anticipates and communicates
patient needs that will require intervention by other members of
the care team. 17. Anticipates learning needs for
patients/families/ and staff. 18. Assists others in defining
learning outcomes and appropriate interventions. 19. Uses
innovation in individualizing patient/family teaching to the
individual patient/family needs. 20. Participates during patient
management discussions and suggest clinical management option
during discussions. 21. Maintains qualification licensure as per
those licensure requirements. 22. Maintains communication within
institutional and EPIC standards and policies for delivery of ECLS
care. 23. Maintains competencies in current topics of ECLS thru
institutional journals, Internet, and networking with care
providers of similar nature. 24. Punctuality, professional respect
to all other team members, and professional behavior must be
maintained at all times. C. Personal demands on the ECLS Specialist
include: 1. Participate in “on-call” scheduling, which is provided
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. 2. Must wear a
pager or cell phone during “on-call” times and be available to
respond within the designated call response time of the hospital.
3. Must be in good physical condition. 4. Must be able to endure
long hours, both mentally and physically 5. Physical requirements
include standing for long periods of time, lifting, stooping,
sitting, stretching, and other bodily demands for extended
intervals. 6. Exposure to noxious gases and bodily fluids with risk
of infections and diseases. 7. Remain current on present perfusion
technology procedures, techniques, and literature. 8. Establish and
maintain a professional demeanor. 9. Re-enforce the integrity of
Epic CV Services. 10. When directed, serve in supportive capacity
for all clinical accounts relative to vacation relief, sick leave,
and temporary staffing. QUALIFICATIONS: A. Registered Nurse or
Registered Respiratory Therapist licensed in the state of
employment. B. Minimum of two (2) years intensive care or related
experience. C. Satisfactory completion of an ECLS Training Course.
D. Satisfactory completion of the Perfusion.com clinical assessment
examination. E. A minimum of 60 hours of Clinical Pump time. F.
Full understanding of circuit components utilized for the service
of a particular ECLS center. G. Ability to remain calm under
pressure and a mechanical inclination is preferred. Must relocate
to Washington, DC, or the surrounding area IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: A.
Director of ECLS Services B. Vice President C. Hospital Director of
ECLS Services / Intensivist CREDENTIALING: If required, the ECLS
Specialist will submit all necessary documentation to Epic and the
hospital credentialing committee, for credentialing as a
non-physician medical staff member as required. Serious inquires
only please. Epic Cardiovascular Staffing Benefits: Competitive
salaries Relocation reimbursement Paid vacation 401K plan with
company match Incentives and bonuses for travel and additional
opportunities Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance
Life insurance w/ voluntary life option Short-term and long-term
disability insurance Professional liability insurance Business
Travel Accident Insurance Estimated Compensation Range
$90,000-$125,000 per year based on skills, experience and possible
bonus opportunities Contact: Ben Greenfield, MPS, CCP, LP Director
of Recruiting Epic Cardiovascular Staffing (formerly Perfusion.com)
2250 McGregor Blvd., Suite 3300 Fort Myers, FL 33901 By applying
for this position, you agree that any calls from Epic Staffing
Group and its subsidiaries may be monitored or recorded for
training and quality assurance purposes. Epic Staffing Group
provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, housing, age, disability or genetics. We will
consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those
with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the
requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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