Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist- Full Time -6214

mhnetwork; West Virginia; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist to support cardiac surgeries, responsible for setup and safe operation of bypass machinery and related equipment under supervision.

The role requires handling pediatric and adult cases with attention to patient safety, teamwork with the surgical staff, and proficiency with perfusion technology. Experience with intra-aortic balloon pumps and blood management devices is preferred, with ability to organize open heart surgery

Qualifications

• Education requirements as stated: perfusion program graduate.
• Certification status: certified or eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate cardiopulmonary bypass and related equipment during surgery.
• Coordinate perfusion activities with surgical team.
• Ensure patient safety and equipment readiness before and during procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Technical proficiency

Coordination

Education

Graduate of accredited perfusion program

Certified or certification eligible perfusionist preferred

Tools

Cardiopulmonary bypass equipment

Intra-aortic balloon pump

Autologous blood collection machine

Job description

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist. The Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist, under the supervision of the Chief Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist or authorized designee, is responsible for the setup of and the safe operation of the cardiopulmonary bypass machine, intra-aortic balloon pump, autologous blood collection machine and associated equipment, as needed, during cardiac surgery or related cardiovascular operative procedures.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of accredited school of cardiovascular perfusion or comparable training program. Certified or certification eligible cardiopulmonary perfusionist preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 50 plus cases of performing both adult and pediatric perfusion.

SKILLS:

Ability to organize and coordinate related activities of the open heart surgery program. Technical proficiency in the use of all necessary equipment.