Cardiac Perfusionist — Bypass Specialist (Contractor)

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUHA) seeks a perfusionist to set up and operate heart/lung machines that support organ function during cardiac surgery or other procedures where circulatory or respiratory function is disrupted. The role requires a BS in Perfusion Technology or a BS with a Perfusion certificate and one year of clinical experience; pediatric experience is preferred.

ABCVP certification is required along with current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross).

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Perfusion Technology or Bachelor of Science degree with a certificate in Perfusion Technology from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program and one year of clinical experience required; pediatric experience preferred.
• Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates heart/lung machines that support organ function during cardiac surgery or other procedure where circulatory or respiratory function is disrupted.
• Operates equipment to produce bypass, coronary perfusion, recirculation or partial bypass, or to alter blood temperature, balance, or content.

Skills

ABCVP Certification

Education

BS in Perfusion Technology or BS with Perfusion Certificate

Job description

Job Description Summary

Sets up and operates heart/lung machines that support organ function during cardiac surgery or other procedure where circulatory or respiratory function is disrupted. Operates equipment to produce bypass, coronary perfusion, recirculation or partial bypass, or to alter blood temperature, balance, or content.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Contingent Worker

Worker Sub-Type

Contractor

Cost Center

CC003718 COL - Perfusion Services (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-35

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Sets up and operates heart/lung machines that support organ function during cardiac surgery or other procedure where circulatory or respiratory function is disrupted. Operates equipment to produce bypass, coronary perfusion, recirculation or partial bypass, or to alter blood temperature, balance, or content.

Additional Job Description

Bachelor of Science degree in Perfusion Technology or Bachelor of Science degree with a certificate in Perfusion Technology from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program and one year of clinical experience required; pediatric experience preferred. Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion required.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

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