Perfusionist

Southcoast Health System, Inc.; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 147,056 - 220,584; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403B Retirement Plan with company match

Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness

Generous Earned Time Off Package

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

Southcoast Health System, Inc. is looking for a talented Perfusionist to join their team in Fall River, MA. This position involves operating heart-lung machines and monitoring vital signs under the supervision of the Chief of Cardiac Surgery. The offer includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus and a range of competitive benefits.

The ideal candidate must possess a Perfusionist license in Massachusetts and relevant certifications. Join us and be at the heart of care!

Qualifications

• Completion of two years of college or equivalent knowledge and experience required.
• Must have Perfusionist license and ABCP certification from Massachusetts.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and COVID-19.

Responsibilities

• Operate heart-lung machine and related equipment.
• Monitor and record vital signs such as blood flow rates and EKG.
• Disassemble, inspect, clean, and reassemble equipment.

Skills

Perfusionist license from Massachusetts

American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification

CPR certification

Monitoring vital signs

Operating heart-lung machine

Education

Completion of two years of college in a related field

Job description

Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world‑class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Perfusionist

$5,000 new hire sign‑on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)

Hours: 40hrs

Shift: Flexible shifts & hours with On Call rotation (weeknights, weekends and holiday); 5:30am - 2:00pm and 6:00am - 2:30pm and 8:00am - 4:30pm

Location: Cardiovascular Operating Room - Charlton Memorial Hospital - Fall River, MA

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

• A culture of well‑being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package**
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision and direction of the Chief of Cardiac Surgery, operate heart‑lung machine and related equipment. Assemble and operate cell‑savers, intra‑aortic balloon pump (IABP), Abiomed Impellas and ECMO circuits (Cardiohelp). Monitor and record vital signs such as blood flow rates, gas flow rates, EKG, laboratory values and activated clotting times (ACTs). Maintain thorough perfusion records, before, during and after cardiopulmonary bypass. Dis‑assemble equipment, inspect, clean and reassemble equipment and ensure proper storage. Order inventory and store standard supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

• Equal to completion of two years of college in a related field or the equivalent knowledge and experience is required.
• Must possess Perfusionist license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Must possess American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) certification, CPR certification and license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
• Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

Pay Range

USD $147,056.00 - USD $220,584.00 /Yr.