Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator - MedStar Healths Washington Hospital Center : Job Details

Job Id req46212 Category Nursing Location Washington, DC, USA Washington Hospital Center Other Job Type Full-Time Shift Day Shift In-Person

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General Summary of Position

MedStar Washington Hospital Center – Washington, D.C.

Are you passionate about advancing heart failure care andsupporting patients through life-saving technology? MedStar Washington HospitalCenter is seeking a Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Coordinator to joinour nationally recognized cardiovascular program.

In this vital role, you will coordinate and manage allaspects of our VAD program, including both FDA-approved and investigationaldevices. You'll play a central part in clinical operations, patient education,regulatory compliance, and research, while collaborating closely withphysicians, clinical teams, and industry partners.

Key Responsibilities:*Oversee the dailyoperations of the VAD program, ensuring high-quality patient care andregulatory compliance.*Serve as a clinicalexpert and resource on all durable VADs, providing inpatient andoutpatient support.*Participate in andsupport clinical trials, including data collection, IRB submissions, andaudit readiness.*Some on-call responsibilities.*Lead and contribute tostaff training, education, and patient/family teaching programs.*Coordinate and trackdevice inventory and collaborate on quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

*Bachelor's degree inNursing (RN license in DC required) or Engineering with mechanical circulatory support (VAD) exp.*Minimum of 3 years' experience of progressiveclinical experience in a tertiary care setting.*Prior experience withheart failure and VADs preferred.*CPR certification*VAD certificationpreferred within 18 months.

Why MedStar Washington Hospital Center?As the largest and busiest hospital in D.C., we are a regional leader inadvanced cardiovascular care. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated toinnovation, research, and excellence in patient outcomes. Here, you'll have theopportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your expertise in one ofthe most dynamic and rewarding areas of healthcare.

What We Offer:· Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.· A supportive team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional excellence.

This position has a hiring range of $87,318 - $157,289

In addition to your salary,MedStarHealth offersa comprehensive healthcare package(including medical, dental and vision subject to eligibility requirements) and other benefits. The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by MedStar Health.MedStar Health is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.The hiring range is the rangeMedStar Health, in good faith, believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on work experience, education and/or skill level, etc. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in MedStar Health's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at MedStar Health'ssole discretion, consistent with the law.

Why MedStar Health?At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity—we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar HealthMedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health entities that are federal government contractors are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers.MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.

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