Cardiac Perfusionist - ECMO & On-Call

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a qualified Perfusionist to support, treat and monitor the cardiopulmonary system during cardiac surgeries. The role includes operating bypass equipment, ECMO coverage, and travel across multiple hospitals with on‑call responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and an accredited perfusion program, plus at least 3 years of experience and strong collaboration with physicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and accredited perfusion program required.
• Minimum 3 years' experience strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and patient management.
• Interact with physicians and provide interpretation of data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for cases and assemble perfusion equipment per policy.
• Maintain perfusion carts and manage supplies and records.
• Support and monitor cardiopulmonary bypass and related systems.
• Communicate with the surgical team and respond to critical events.
• Document all aspects of perfusion therapy and patient data.

Skills

Perfusion techniques

Team collaboration

Data interpretation for physicians

Communication skills

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Cardiovascular Perfusion Program

Tools

Cardiopulmonary bypass equipment

ECMO systems

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a qualified Perfusionist to support, treat and monitor the cardiopulmonary system during cardiac surgeries. The role includes operating bypass equipment, ECMO coverage, and travel across multiple hospitals with on‑call responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and an accredited perfusion program, plus at least 3 years of experience and strong collaboration with physicians.