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Education Opportunity Cardiovascular Perfusion Technologist

In-person
Full-time
Experienced
Posted 23 days ago

Job Description

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY (Revised)
CARDIOVASCULAR PERFUSION TECHNOLOGIST BURSARIES
PERIOPERATIVE PROGRAM

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

The Opportunity
Working independently and with a team of surgeons and medical professionals the Cardiovascular Perfusion Technologist is a key member of the operating room team. The Perfusionist operates specialized heart-lung machines and other related equipment in the operating room setting and as needed in various critical care areas; has the responsibility and accountability to provide all patient life functions while on cardiopulmonary bypass; and has a direct role in the safety and well-being of the patient.

$45,000 bursary may be available if a student is willing to sign a 9-year service commitment agreement to work with NLHS Eastern Zone upon graduation.

Education for the Cardiovascular Perfusion Technology is currently offered through the Michener Institute of Education at UHN/University of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario, or British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) in Burnaby, British Columbia.

Prerequisite Requirements
Applicants must apply and meet the school admission requirements for the Cardiovascular Perfusion program on their own merit. Education options, entrance requirements and fees are outlined on the Michener and BCIT websites.

Financial Assistance
Financial assistance may be available to help offset costs associated with the Cardiovascular Perfusion program. Funding may be provided for tuition and books. A return-in-service agreement with NLHS Eastern Zone will be required, and the length of the return-in-service will depend on the total amount of funding provided. The service obligation will begin once the applicant has successfully completed the certification exam and started working in the role.

If the prerequisite requirements are met, applicants will be assessed for financial support based on a combination of screening criteria such as academic grades and interview(s).

Further information regarding this opportunity can be obtained by emailing Laurie Yetman at [email protected].

Competition Number: 2024001173

To Apply
To apply please submit your resume/cover letter online clearly demonstrating your commitment and how you meet the requirements as outlined above as well as proof of submission of application to either Michener Institute or BCIT. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition number: 2024001173 and employee number. Please ensure that you fill out all sections of the application form to the respective school to avoid delays in processing your application.

Competition Number: 2024001173
Company Website: https://NLHealthServices.ca/
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About NL Health Services

About NL Health Services

If you come from away, you’ll discover just how special Newfoundland and Labrador is. If you're a local, you already know this. It’s our people. It’s our culture. It’s our stories (and oh do we love our stories).

If you’re looking to grow your health career in a place with adventure around each corner and a strong sense of community, then let’s put on the kettle and have a chat. Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services might just be the perfect fit for you.

Why join NL Health Services?

There are many reasons. You will put your skills to great use in a unique and remarkable part of the world, be part of interdisciplinary and talented health-care teams and have access to state-of-the-art equipment and modern facilities.

  • We also offer incentives for local talent, those looking to return home and those new to our province.
  • Competitive remuneration and attractive benefits package.
  • Generous vacation packages and paid time off.
  • Full-time and part-time pension plans options.
  • Health insurance, dental and long-term disability plans.
  • Financial incentives and relocation support.
  • Student placements and clinical residencies.
  • Remote work options available.
  • Fast pathways to nursing for out-of-province applicants.

With a rich and unique culture, and tremendous natural beauty, Newfoundland and Labrador is an ideal place to call home, with a growing diverse population and among the safest places in the world to live.

About NL Health Services

At NL Health Services, we are responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 510,550 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our team consists of more than 22,000 dedicated health workers who are committed to providing the best care in communities across the province, in five geographical areas.

The provincial health authority was created in April 2023, following recommendations from Health Accord NL, and brings together five former separate health entities. Our goal is to improve the health of the people of Newfoundland and Labrador and to create a more integrated, accessible, technologically enhanced, equitable and sustainable health system.

We know that it is the people – employees, physicians and volunteers – that together make NL Health Services a great place to work. We believe that every person carries valuable knowledge, experience and perspective, and it is in this diversity that we find strength. At NL Health Services, we embrace the distinct and complementary characteristics of all our members as we seek to eliminate health disparities by providing fair, equitable and quality health care to all patients, residents and clients.

If your passion is to provide extraordinary health care to the residents of the communities of Newfoundland and Labrador, we want to hear from you.

Come, work with us, and be extraordinary every day!

For more information, please visit: https://nlhealthservices.ca/.

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