What is an ECMO Program Coordinator?

ECMO Program Coordinators are specialized healthcare professionals responsible for managing and overseeing the Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) program within a medical facility. Their duties include coordinating patient care, ensuring equipment readiness, developing protocols, training staff, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. They serve as liaisons between multidisciplinary teams to optimize ECMO patient outcomes and program efficiency. The role requires advanced clinical knowledge, leadership skills, and experience with ECMO technology and procedures.