Cardiac Perfusionist: Impactful Surgery Roles

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Perfusionist to join the Department of Perfusion Services, based at Halifax Infirmary and IWK Health Centre, performing adult and pediatric CPB procedures with ECMO support and advanced circulatory support.

The role emphasizes teamwork, pressure-critical care, and ongoing professional development, with a strong focus on research and quality improvement in a collaborative perioperative environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Perfusion Technology.
• Certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion, or eligible with plan to obtain within the first two years.
• ABCP certification with proof of eligibility for CSCP prior to employment (Canadian cert within two years).
• A degree in science or health care is an asset.
• Two years of clinical perfusion experience is an asset; recent graduates encouraged.
• Experience with adult and pediatric CPB procedures is an asset.
• Must work under pressure with strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide ECMO support as part of perfusion services.
• Manage ventricular assist devices (VADs).
• Support intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) therapy.
• Collaborate on complex procedures including liver transplants.

Skills

Perfusion technology

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Self-development

Research interest

French language (preferred)

Education

Accredited perfusion program

CSCP certification eligible

ABCP certification eligibility

Science/healthcare degree asset

Job description

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Perfusionist to join the Department of Perfusion Services, based at Halifax Infirmary and IWK Health Centre, performing adult and pediatric CPB procedures with ECMO support and advanced circulatory support.

The role emphasizes teamwork, pressure-critical care, and ongoing professional development, with a strong focus on research and quality improvement in a collaborative perioperative environment.