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*Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital - Temple* *Address: 2401 South 31st Street, Temple, Texas 76508* *Education*: - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent required. Associates Degree in Health Science preferred. *Certification/License*: PBMT (The Perioperative Blood Management Technologist) Certification preferred. Demonstrates equivalent proficiencies. Operating room experience preferred. *Experience*: - Less than 1 year of hospital perfusion services or related experience. *Variable Work Schedule*: Must be available to work variable day shifts from 7:00a - 3pm, Monday - Friday - rotating weekends and holidays with Call responsibilities shared with other staff. *About Us* Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are: * We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. * We never settle by constantly striving for better. * We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. * We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. *Benefits* Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: * Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits * Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5% * Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more * Immediate access to time off benefits At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level *Job Summary* This position will be variable shift, call responsibilities that are shared with other staff. Call will include after hours, weekends and holiday shifts The Circulatory Support Specialist 1 will provide autologous blood recovery services. They will maintain compliance standards to ensure necessary quality controls for perioperative blood management. Under a Physician or Certified Clinical Perfusionist's supervision, this role will help provide all equipment needed for assist devices. They will also clean and maintain all perfusion-related equipment before procedures. *Essential Functions of the Role* * Provides autologous blood recovery and biologic therapy as needed. May assist Perfusionists in assembling, operating, and monitoring auto-transfusion. * Maintains proficiency in operating and maintaining various autologous blood equipment. This includes autologous cell salvage and producing concentrated platelet-rich plasma. * Assists with set up of cardiopulmonary equipment for surgical procedures under supervision. * Maintain appropriate inventory and equipment. Assist with equipment transport and evaluate new equipment or processes. * Maintains optimal communication, close cooperation, and consultation with Perfusionists and Physicians during delivery of services. * Maintains appropriate, timely, and accurate documentation including pre-procedure checklist and filing of all records. * Responsible for completion of quality assurance protocols as established by the perioperative blood management program. * Implements specific regulatory requirements associated with services provided. * Responsible for following the BSW Health System and affiliates Hospitals policy. This includes care, maintenance, culturing, documentation, and reporting related to perfusion department equipment. *Key Success Factors* * Less than 1 year of hospital perfusion services or related manufacturer experience. Demonstrates equivalent proficiencies. Operating room experience preferred. * PBMT (The Perioperative Blood Management Technologist) Certification preferred. * Associates Degree in Health Science preferred. * General computer skills using Word, Excel, Electronic medical documentation, etc. * Knowledge of blood recovery and biologic processing devices. * Knowledge of sterile processing, cleaning, and disinfecting patient care equipment, and appropriate documentation of these tasks. *Belonging Statement* We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve. *QUALIFICATIONS* * EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent * EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience *CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION* * Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days.