The ECMO Specialist is responsible for following ECMO policies and procedures in patient care. The ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) Specialist operates and maintains the ECMO circuit and equipment for patients requiring long-term pulmonary or cardiac support. The Specialist functions independently following standing ECMO orders and parameters while under the direction of the ECMO Physician and ECMO Supervisor. The Specialist will incorporate all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of care to the patient, demonstrate expertise in caring for patients with multiple or complex conditions by monitoring the patient's status and ECMO circuit, maintain the ECMO pump and assumes responsibility for identifying and correcting problems associated with any ECMO procedures, and provide ECMO services as ordered by an ECMO physician in accordance with established policies, procedures and guidelines. 

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Holders of F1 status eligible for post-completion OPT are welcome to apply. This role is NOT eligible to participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

This position can be filled by a Respiratory Therapist or Registered Nurse 

It is expected that all ECMO Specialist will have an additional PRN position for at least the first year, in our ICU (RN) or Respiratory Department (RT). 

Respiratory Therapist:

Graduate of a CoARC approved respiratory care program, AND Bachelor's degree in related discipline. Minimum of one year ICU experience as a Respiratory Therapist. ICU experience is required.  Must maintain active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care and Respiratory Care Professionals. One year RT experience within the last five years preferred. Two years of ICU experience as a Respiratory Therapist preferred. 
Current Minnesota Respiratory Therapist (LRT) license. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent determined by site is required. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained prior to completion of orientation where applicable. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Registered Nurse:

Graduate of a baccalaureate Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited nursing program. Minimum of one year ICU experience as a Registered Nurse.  
Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required. PALS must be obtained prior to completion of orientation. BLS, ACLS, and PALS accepted from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.