Pediatric Perfusionist, Clinical - BC Children’s Hospital

Pediatric Perfusionist, Clinical

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, BC

As of April 1, 2024 this position may qualify for a one-time recruitment incentive up to $15,000 (subject to funding availability). To learn more about this incentive, role, and relocation assistance eligibility, and if you qualify, please ask your Talent Acquisition Advisor at brianne.mckaughan@phsa.ca!

The Staff Pediatric Perfusionist is responsible for all duties related to the care of patients requiring specialized pediatric/neonatal cardiac bypass or extra corporeal life support. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of specialized pediatric/neonatal equipment, supplies, and techniques which are unique to the care of the pediatric/neonatal patient requiring life supporting cardiac or respiratory support.

What you’ll do

• Applies an in-depth knowledge of complex pediatric/neonatal congenital heart disease to safely perform patient calculations, select and, sets up primes, operate and maintains specialized and pediatric/neonatal the pediatric/neonatal equipment required to provide care for patients requiring surgical procedures necessary to care for pediatric/neonatal complex congenital heart disease or requiring extra corporeal life support.
• Applies an in-depth knowledge of complex pediatric/neonatal congenital heart disease to safely monitor physiological responses to cardiopulmonary bypass by monitoring flows and pressures (such as venous return); collecting and analyzing blood samples; monitoring laboratory results.
• Applies an in-depth knowledge of complex pediatric/neonatal congenital heart disease to safely maintain specialized and adapted pediatric cardiovascular perfusion or related equipment as required by the manufacturer in conjunction with Biomedical Engineering.
• Collaborates with the pediatric interprofessional care team to evaluate pediatric/neonatal extra corporeal life support equipment and/or cardiovascular perfusion equipment.
• Collaborates with the pediatric interprofessional care team in equipment trials pertaining to pediatric/neonatal extra corporeal life support or cardiovascular perfusion.
• Participates, as a member of the specialized interprofessional pediatric cardiac perioperative and critical care teams, by collaborating to provide the specialty pediatric/neonatal congenital heart disease education required for the orientation of new hires and students. This will include, but not be limited to. Performing duties such as demonstrating and explaining pediatric/neonatal procedures and processes, buddying students, demonstrating the use of specialized pediatric/neonatal extra corporeal life support and perfusion equipment, and teaching about disease processes that are unique to the pediatric/neonatal population.
• Contributes to the creation of new knowledge required to improve the care of the pediatric/neonatal patient needing extra corporeal life support or cardiac bypass by participating/collaborating/leading research in pediatric/neonatal in perfusion together with the interprofessional pediatric perioperative and pediatric critical care teams.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

Qualifications 

• Graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program; and one year’s recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion or equivalent certification deemed appropriate by the hospital.
• Successful completion of BC Children’s hospital 12-month in-house pediatric/neonatal perfusion education pathway is required within 12 months post hire.

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BCCH contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system.

Core Competencies

• Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging. Embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility into all aspects of work. This means creating an environment where Indigenous patients feel respected, valued, and understood. Foster trust through respectful communication, active listening, and honoring equity-deserving people's perspectives on health and wellness. Commit to ongoing education and training on Indigenous health issues, cultural safety, and DEI principles. Participate in workshops, cultural immersion experiences, and continuous professional development to stay informed and responsive to equity-deserving groups. Provide patient-centred care that respects Indigenous ways of knowing and healing, respects BIPOC experiences and world views ensuring that care plans are culturally relevant and holistic.
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

Skills & Knowledge

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

• Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
• Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Wage: $62.13 - $68.10 per hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC, V6H 2N9

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: Monday – Friday; 0700-1500, 0800-1600, 0900-1700

Requisition# 180216E

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA, and BCCH are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.

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