Cardiac Perfusionist: ECMO & Advanced Surgery Support

Lahey Clinic Hospital, Inc.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Staff Perfusionist to support a wide range of complex cardiac surgery cases, including Adult Congenital and Aortic Surgery. The role involves intraoperative perfusion, ECMO implementation, and ongoing competency development.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and graduation from an accredited perfusion program, with licensure eligibility. A strong emphasis on teamwork, patient safety, and adherence to protocols is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills to participate, identify and solve perfusion related problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, physicians, management and operating room personnel.
• Ability to make independent judgments to resolve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in intraoperative perfusion management during cardiac surgeries.
• Participate in ECMO initiation and management as part of the team.
• Perform intraoperative blood salvage and related perfusion tasks.
• Complete competency assessments, clinical education, and departmental projects in a timely manner.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate perfusion program

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Staff Perfusionist to support a wide range of complex cardiac surgery cases, including Adult Congenital and Aortic Surgery. The role involves intraoperative perfusion, ECMO implementation, and ongoing competency development.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and graduation from an accredited perfusion program, with licensure eligibility. A strong emphasis on teamwork, patient safety, and adherence to protocols is essential.