EXTRACORPORAL CIRCULATION TECHNOLOGIST Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists

Hard Skills

ExpertExtracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)The operation and management of advanced life support systems used for patients with life-threatening heart or lung failure.

ExpertCardiopulmonary Bypass ManagementOperating the heart-lung machine to maintain blood circulation and oxygenation during cardiac surgical procedures.

AdvancedArterial Blood Gas (ABG) AnalysisThe interpretation of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH levels in arterial blood to assess respiratory and metabolic status.

AdvancedMechanical VentilationAdjusting and monitoring ventilator settings to provide respiratory support for patients with impaired lung function.

IntermediateAutotransfusionThe process of recovering blood lost during surgery and re-infusing it into the patient to conserve blood resources.

Soft Skills

ExpertCrisis ManagementThe ability to remain calm and apply clinical knowledge rapidly during equipment failures or sudden changes in patient status.

Mobility Path: High Affinity Match (>60%)

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CARDIOVASCULAR PERFUSIONIST 66.7% Affinity

✅ Cardiopulmonary Bypass Management
✅ Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
✅ Mechanical Ventilation
✅ Autotransfusion
✅ Crisis Management