Summary Cardiovascular Perfusion Clinical Instructor in Canada
Find key facts and figures about working as a cardiovascular perfusion clinical instructor. The following information is applicable to all Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists (NOC 3214).
Description
Respiratory therapists assist physicians in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. Clinical perfusionists provide technical support to patients undergoing cardiac surgery and patients requiring cardio-respiratory support. Cardiopulmonary technologists assist physicians in the technical aspects of diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular and pulmonary disease. Respiratory therapists are employed in hospitals, extended care facilities, public health centres and respiratory home care companies. Clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists are primarily employed in hospitals. Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists who are supervisors or instructors are included in this unit group.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
College education or apprenticeship training usually required
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Wages
$36.00/hour
Median wage in Canada
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
53 jobs
advertised in Canada
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Skills
- Monitor vital signs during cardiopulmonary surgery
- Administer various substances through heart-lung machines
- Assemble, maintain and operate heart assist devices during cardiac surgery
- Assess patients and perform or assist with interventions such as airway maintenance, line insertions, inductions and intubations
- Participate in home care programs for chronic respiratory patients and provide patient and family education
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