Day-Shift Perfusionist: Cardiac Surgery & ECMO Expert

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Staff Perfusionist to provide safe extracorporeal circulation care for diverse cardiac surgeries in a modern, multi-operating room environment. You will work as part of a 7-person perfusion team, with ECMO involvement but not bedside monitoring, and participate in quality improvement projects.

The role emphasizes high reliability, patient safety, and collaboration with physicians, AP staff, and ECMO teams to support complex cases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited perfusion program.
• Certified or certification eligible by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision ensures adequate coverage for all cardiac surgeries and cell saving procedures.
• Assist in ECMO implementation and intraoperative blood salvage.
• Monitor safety devices and regulate blood flow and anticoagulation per protocol.
• Maintain professional interactions and support colleagues and patients throughout the shift.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Staff Perfusionist to provide safe extracorporeal circulation care for diverse cardiac surgeries in a modern, multi-operating room environment. You will work as part of a 7-person perfusion team, with ECMO involvement but not bedside monitoring, and participate in quality improvement projects.

The role emphasizes high reliability, patient safety, and collaboration with physicians, AP staff, and ECMO teams to support complex cases.