PERFUSIONIST

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX, seeks a Clinical Perfusionist to support cardiopulmonary bypass during cardiac procedures. This full-time position works under general supervision within the Adult Cardiac Surgery team.

Responsibilities include setting up bypass equipment, monitoring patient status, coordinating with surgeons, maintaining equipment, and participating in ongoing research and teaching activities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in allied health field or perfusion; graduate of accredited perfusion program.
• Licensing: Must be ABV certified or eligible; Texas perfusion licensure or eligibility.
• BLS: Basic Life Support as required by AHA.

Responsibilities

• Consult with physician on equipment and techniques for procedures.
• Set up heart-lung machine for surgeons; operate bypass equipment.
• Prepare life support system as directed by cardiac team.
• Conduct bypasses for heart surgeries and liver transplants.
• Maintain equipment; perform routine checks and maintenance.
• Research topics and cases to support current, effective treatment.

Skills

Perfusion knowledge

BLS certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in allied health or related field

Graduate of accredited Perfusion program

Tools

Perfusion equipment

Heart-lung machine

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Job Summary

Works under general supervision to provide support, treatment, measurement, and/or supplementation of patient's cardiopulmonary and circulatory function.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Required

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Education
• Bachelor's Degree in an allied health field, perfusion, or related scientific field, and graduate of an accredited Perfusion program
• Experience
• No prior experience required
• Licenses and Certifications
• Must be American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Certified, or eligible for American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification.
• Must have Perfusion licensure by Texas Medical Board, or meet requirements to obtain licensure.
• (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT through course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.

Job Duties

• Consult with physician on selection of equipment and techniques to be used during procedures.
• Set up heart-lung machine for surgeons; operates bypass equipment.
• Prepare life support system as dictated by cardiac surgery staff.
• Conduct bypasses for heart surgeries and liver transplants.
• Maintain equipment; performs routine functionality checks of equipment.
• Research special topics and unusual cases to provide current and effective treatment.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies.
• Assist with laboratory research projects.
• Give in-services for students and residents.
• Administer medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents via extracorporeal circuits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job

Clinical

Organization

411002 - CT-Adult Cardiac Surgery

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard