Pediatric Perfusionist — ECMO/VAD & Clinical Innovation

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan

PTO and CME support

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Duke University Health System seeks an exceptional Pediatric Perfusionist to join its nationally recognized pediatric program in Durham, NC. You will provide high-level perfusion support across congenital heart disease and participate in advanced VAD/ECMO services and inter-hospital transports.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, intellectual curiosity, and teamwork, with opportunities in ongoing research and professional development within a leading pediatric cardiac program.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited perfusion program is required.
• Master’s degree in perfusion or related field strongly preferred or a BS with 3+ years clinical perfusion experience.
• ABCP certification or board eligibility; NC Perfusion License or provisional license prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive perfusion support for pediatric congenital heart disease across the full spectrum of cases.
• Contribute to and engage in clinical and laboratory research, innovation, and advancement of pediatric perfusion.
• Participate in inter-hospital transport of pediatric ECLS patients and support STAR perfusion techniques and On-Table Reanimation (OTR) for DCD heart procurement.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Professional growth & research

Education

Accredited perfusion program

Master’s degree strongly preferred

BS with 3+ years perfusion experience acceptable

Job description

Duke University Health System seeks an exceptional Pediatric Perfusionist to join its nationally recognized pediatric program in Durham, NC. You will provide high-level perfusion support across congenital heart disease and participate in advanced VAD/ECMO services and inter-hospital transports.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, intellectual curiosity, and teamwork, with opportunities in ongoing research and professional development within a leading pediatric cardiac program.