Pediatric Perfusionist

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 181,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental ins.

Substantial 403b employer contribution

Generous time off

Job summary

Fairview Health Services in Minneapolis seeks a Pediatric Perfusionist to join a growing team spanning academic and community hospital settings. You will provide perfusion coverage for multiple surgeons, manage pediatric bypass cases, and participate in ECMO and VAD support while precepting students.

The role emphasizes teamwork, problem solving, and growth within a supportive surgical group, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Cardiovascular Perfusion Technology Program.
• Board certified in Cardiovascular Perfusion or board eligible.

Responsibilities

• Case coverage for 3+ surgeons at M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital and UMN Medical Center.
• Predominantly pediatric bypass cases including congenital and transplant cases.
• ECMO initiation, troubleshooting, and transport.
• VAD support (Berlin Heart, CentriMag, Heartmate 3).
• Precept students from programs (e.g., UNMC).

Skills

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Perfusion Technology Program

American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Certification

Board eligibility

Job description

Job Overview

If you are a Perfusionist looking for an opportunity to be the 5th member of a growing Pediatric Perfusionist team in a practice that spans both academic and community hospital settings, then look no further. Not only do we have a great team, we have a group of supportive and collegial surgeons that make our work even that more enjoyable!

In This Role, You Will:

• Case coverage for 3+ surgeons primarily at the M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital as well as M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center
• Predominantly pediatric bypass cases (including common to complex congenital cases, adult congenital, heart transplants, and VADs)
• ECMO initiation, troubleshooting, and transport (excluding bedside management)
• VAD Support (Berlin Heart, CentriMag, Heartmate 3)
• Train future Perfusionists by clinically precepting students from various programs including UNMC and others

Schedule:

• 1.0 FTE
• Variable schedule, in house hospital coverage from 7am-4pm Monday-Friday
• Call responsibilities divided equally between pediatric team members
• Need to be able to respond to M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital in Minneapolis within 30 minutes while on call

We’re Looking For a Perfusionist Who Is:

• Hard-working, has a positive attitude, and a desire to be a team-player.
• Willing to contribute to the growth and development of the team and has the ability to problem-solve and develop creative solutions to day-to-day challenges.
• Graduate of an Accredited Cardiovascular Perfusion Technology Program.
• Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or board eligible.
• Certified in BLS.

About Us:

• Average 200+ primary CPB cases annually
• 40+ standby cases
• 30+ ECMO initiations

What We Offer

We're proud to offer competitive compensation and a market-leading benefits package to support our employees and their families.

The full-time salary range is $181,311-$246,783 commensurate with practice experience and may also include incentive compensation or additional specialty-specific compensation components. Salary prorated based on FTE.

Your total compensation is further enhanced by a robust benefits package that supports your physical, mental, and financial well-being. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance including a vision discount plan.
• Substantial 403b employer contribution
• Generous flexible time off
• Allowance for CE, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
• Disability, accident, life, and malpractice insurance.
• As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

About our Community

We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!

• Explore Minnesota

Greater Minneapolis – St. Paul Metropolitan Area

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of Perfusion Technology Program
• 2-5 years as a Clinical Perfusionist preferred, board eligible may also be considered
• Perfusionist Certification

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status

$181,311-$246,783 Annually