Cardiac Perfusionist — ECMO & Bypass Specialist

Beth Israel Lahey Health; New Jersey; On-site; USD 180,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Staff Perfusionist to support a busy cardiac surgery program in New Jersey. You will be part of a 7-person perfusion team in a modern department that handles complex cases, including adult congenital and aortic surgery.

The role involves ECMO implementation but does not require bedside monitoring. Responsibilities include ensuring coverage for procedures, reviewing charts, and performing pre-bypass checks, with call outside normal hours.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred. Graduate of an accredited perfusion program.
• Licensure/Certification: Certified or certification eligible by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion; licensed or licensure eligible in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Skills & Abilities: Strong interpersonal and analytical skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to make independent judgments.

Responsibilities

• Ensures adequate coverage for all cardiac surgical and cell-saving procedures under supervision.
• Call and additional services outside normal working hours.
• Review patient charts prior to surgery to anticipate perioperative issues.
• Assist in implantation for ECMO and monitor intraoperative activities.
• Operate intraoperative blood salvage equipment and manage perfusion parameters during bypass.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Independent judgement

Education

Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Staff Perfusionist to support a busy cardiac surgery program in New Jersey. You will be part of a 7-person perfusion team in a modern department that handles complex cases, including adult congenital and aortic surgery.

The role involves ECMO implementation but does not require bedside monitoring. Responsibilities include ensuring coverage for procedures, reviewing charts, and performing pre-bypass checks, with call outside normal hours.