Certified Clinical Perfusionist

Amsect; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a skilled Clinical Perfusionist to join our Heart and Vascular Institute, a leader in advanced cardiovascular care. You will work across complex adult, pediatric, and neonatal cases including transplants and CT surgery with CPB, ECMO, VAD systems.

Join a collaborative academic team focused on research, innovation, and clinical excellence in a renowned program dedicated to cutting-edge treatments.

Qualifications

• ABCP-accredited perfusion program completion is required.
• CCP certification or attainment within 1 year of graduation is required.
• State of Pennsylvania license or eligibility for licensure is required.

Skills

ABCP-accredited perfusion program

CCP certification (ABCP)

License in PA or eligible

CPB management experience

ECMO and VAD familiarity

Education

ABCP-accredited perfusion program

Tools

Cardiopulmonary bypass equipment

ECMO machines

VAD systems

Job description

Advance Your Perfusion Career in Academic Medicine!

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a skilled Clinical Perfusionist to join our nationally recognized Heart and Vascular Institute, an international leader in heart pumps, artificial hearts, and advanced cardiovascular care.

Why Join Our Team?

• Complex Case Mix: Work across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations, including cardiac transplantation and advanced cardiothoracic procedures.
• Advanced Technology: Manage cardiopulmonary bypass, ECMO, ventricular assist devices (VADs), and mechanical circulatory support.
• Research & Innovation: Collaborate with leading physicians and researchers developing cutting-edge cardiovascular treatments and technologies.
• Professional Growth: Expand your clinical expertise in a collaborative academic medical center with exposure to unique and challenging cases.

Requirements

• Graduate of an American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) accredited school of perfusion technology required.
• Current certification by the ABCP as a Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) or attain CCP status within one (1) year of graduation from an ABCP accredited school of perfusion technology required.
• A valid, current license in the State of Pennsylvania or licensure eligible is required.