Onsite Cardiac Perfusionist – CPB & VAD Specialist

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston is seeking a skilled perfusionist to conduct CPB and support cardiac surgeries. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to tailor perfusion for each patient, ensuring safe, effective life support during complex procedures.

Responsibilities include performing CABG, valve replacements, and aneurysm repairs, with focused use of VADs, ECMO, and AngioVac systems as needed.

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor's Degree Health Science required.
• Licenses and Credentials Certified Perfusionist.
• 2-3 years of CPB experience in adult cardiac surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct CPB independently with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff.
• Perform CPB for CABG, valve repairs/replacements, and aneurysm repairs.
• Manage Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) and related hemodynamics.
• Provide extracorporeal blood management using AngioVac as needed.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary bypass

CABG procedures

Valve replacements

VAD management

ECMO/LVAD/RVAD

Pediatric CPB knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Science

Certified Perfusionist

Tools

AngioVac

Job description

Mass General Brigham's Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston is seeking a skilled perfusionist to conduct CPB and support cardiac surgeries. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to tailor perfusion for each patient, ensuring safe, effective life support during complex procedures.

Responsibilities include performing CABG, valve replacements, and aneurysm repairs, with focused use of VADs, ECMO, and AngioVac systems as needed.