| Issue |
J Extra Corpor Technol
Volume 56, Number 4, December 2024
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| Page(s) | 185 - 190 | |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/ject/2024025 | |
| Published online | 20 December 2024 | |
Review Article
Development of a professional advancement model for perfusionists
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, 1250 East Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23298, USA
* Corresponding author: ablakey86@gmail.com
Received:
27
July
2024
Accepted:
16
September
2024
Background: Improvement in professional advancement opportunities may reduce turnover and improve retention for perfusionists. However, the current literature lacks examples of professional advancement models (PAMs) for perfusionists. Methods: This review looks at examples from other healthcare fields to provide the rationale and develop a framework for such a model. Results: The review results led to the development of a point-based PAM that included four levels: perfusionist I, II, III, and IV. Each level is associated with its own point requirement, experience level, and salary increase. Points can be acquired through four defined categories. Conclusion: Perfusion programs needing professional advancement can use these results as a foundation for implementing a PAM for perfusionists.
Key words: Professional Advancement Model / Perfusionists / Turnover / Retention
© The Author(s), published by EDP Sciences, 2024
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