U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Columbia, MO, USA
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Responsibilities The Perfusionist is responsible for a wide range of mechanical life support systems. These systems range from partially to completely doing the work of the heart and lungs in order to assure that all functions of the patient's body are maintained, especially the brain, kidneys, liver, and other vital organs. Conducts cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) independently, but in close conjunction with and in constant communication with the surgeons, anesthesiologist and...

