Perfusionist

Halifax Health; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Health in Daytona Beach, FL seeks a qualified perfusionist to support cardiopulmonary and circulatory functions using extracorporeal circulation equipment. The role includes preparing blood products, monitoring physiologic variables, and on-call coverage.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Perfusion (or higher) with references from cardiovascular surgeons or anesthesiologists; CCP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Perfusion or higher preferred.
• Experience as a perfusionist with references from cardiovascular staff.
• Proficiency operating extracorporeal circulation equipment.
• Certification as CCP validates mastery and requires ongoing education.

Responsibilities

• Support, treatment, measurement or supplementation of cardiopulmonary function.
• Operate bypass circuitry during medical situations.
• Prepare and administer blood products and prescription solutions.
• Participate in on-call schedule.

Skills

Perfusionist experience

ECMO/bypass knowledge

Education

BS in Perfusion or higher

3 professional references

Tools

Cardiopulmonary bypass equipment

Job description

Variable (United States of America)

Perfusionist

The Perfusionist is a skilled professional, qualified by academic and clinical education, who provides functions necessary for the support, treatment, measurement or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system of the patient. This professional operates extracorporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or replace the patient’s cardiopulmonary/circulatory function and ensures the proper management of physiologic functions by monitoring the necessary variables. Prepares and administers blood products and prescription solutions through bypass circuitry. Regularly participates in the on call schedule.

• Bachelors of Science in Perfusion, other Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree required.
• Experience as a Perfusionist, in a student capacity or independent practioner with a minimum of 3 letters of reference from cardiovascular surgeons, cardiovascular anesthesiologists, previous supervisor or academic references.
• Must be able to operate the extracorporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or replace a person’s cardiopulmonary, circulatory, or respiratory function.
• A Perfusionist is responsible for the selection of appropriate equipment and techniques necessary for support, treatment, measurement, or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system of a patient, including the safe monitoring, analysis, and treatment of physiologic conditions under an order and under the supervision of a physician.
• A Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) validates his/her mastery of these clinical skills, knowledge, and abilities through certification and meets ongoing continuing education and practice requirements through recertification.
• The American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) is the certifying body for Certified Clinical Perfusionists (CCPs).