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Development of a professional advancement model for perfusionists
1Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, 1250 East Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23298, USA.
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.
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