The Perfusionist Faculty and Clinical Coordinator is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position (with potential for future tenure consideration) within the Department of Cardiovascular Perfusion. This position reports directly to the Department Chair.
As a faculty member, responsibilities include:
Teaching didactic and clinical curricula
Engaging in scholarship and professional development
Contributing to the intellectual and operational life of the department, college, and university, as outlined in the College of Health Professions Faculty Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure Standards
Faculty are expected to participate in student recruitment, admissions, and contribute to annual program evaluation and continuous improvement processes.
As Clinical Coordinator, responsibilities include:
Managing relationships with the programs affiliated clinical education centers
Coordinating clinical preceptorship experiences aligned with the programs accredited curriculum
Ensuring effective scheduling and communication with preceptors and clinical partners
Handling schedule adjustments across time zones with professionalism and a student-centered approach
Success in this role requires:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Flexibility and responsiveness in managing unpredictable clinical schedules and last-minute changes
In consultation with the Chair, the faculty member will also support departmental efforts in related professional, clinical, or educational activities that advance the mission of the College of Health Professions.
Perfusionist faculty must have a diverse experience base in Clinical Perfusion and must hold a current certification (CCP) by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion. Must hold a Master's degree. Must be eligible for NYS license as a Perfusionist.
Extensive clinical experience managing adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients supported by extracorporeal technologies, including:
Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD) / Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS)
Cell salvage
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP)
Point-of-Care (POC) laboratory testing
Evidence of ongoing professional development and engagement in non-clinical professional activities, such as:
Participation in professional societies or organizations
Attendance or presentation at conferences
Professional research and publication
Graduate degree in perfusion, education, healthcare, or research (PhD preferred).
Rotating
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
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