Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator

General Summary of Position

MedStar Washington Hospital Center - Washington, D.C.

Are you passionate about advancing heart failure care and
supporting patients through life-saving technology? MedStar Washington Hospital
Center is seeking a Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Coordinator to join
our nationally recognized cardiovascular program.

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

Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the daily
operations of the VAD program, ensuring high-quality patient care and
regulatory compliance.
* Serve as a clinical
expert and resource on all durable VADs, providing inpatient and
outpatient support.
* Participate in and
support clinical trials, including data collection, IRB submissions, and
audit readiness.
* Some on-call responsibilities.
* Lead and contribute to
staff training, education, and patient/family teaching programs.
* Coordinate and track
device inventory and collaborate on quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

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

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