Perfusionist

Mercy; Kansas; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a perfusionist to assist physicians in cardiovascular and related surgeries, reporting to the Manager-Perfusion Services. The role requires licensure as an LCP, CCP certification, and a Bachelor's degree. New graduates are welcome; some experience preferred.

Provisional licensure is acceptable with LCP and CCP obtained within 1 year of employment. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and supports ongoing education and innovation in patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Licensed Clinical Perfusionist (LCP) license required in the practicing state.
• Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) required; ABCP cert or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of clinical perfusion skills and equipment.
• Ensures cohesive, uninterrupted workflow in perfusion services.
• Participates in day-to-day clinical and on-call duties.
• Encourages continuing education and departmental innovation.
• Fosters communication, coordination and teamwork in surgical and ICU suites.

Skills

Perfusion equipment

Clinical perfusion

Teamwork

On-call duties

Education

Bachelor's degree

LCP license

CCP certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Assists physicians in the medical center by performing all duties necessary to provide perfusion services during cardiac, vascular, ECMO, and other surgical cases. Reports to the Manager-Perfusion Services. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

• Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of all clinical skills used in patient care and operation of all perfusion equipment in the medical center, in a manner that exemplifies a commitment to high levels of quality and teamwork.

• Regularly and thoroughly performs assigned departmental tasks in a manner that assures a cohesive and uninterrupted workflow for all members of the perfusion services department.

• Effectively participates in the day-to-day clinical and operational needs of the perfusion services department, and functions as an equal shareholder in all clinical and on-call duties.

• Demonstrates a commitment to continuing education and departmental innovation in a manner that exemplifies a commitment to high levels of quality for patient care.

• Demonstrates a satisfactory commitment to Mercy Service Standards

• Demonstrates a commitment to fostering good communication, coordination of services, quality improvement initiatives, and general teamwork for all personnel in the surgical and intensive care suites.

Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Licensure: Must hold a license as a Licensed Clinical Perfusionist (LCP) in the applicable state of practice.
Experience: New graduate perfusionist acceptable. Some experience preferred.
Certifications: Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) required. ABCP certified or eligible.

Provisional licensure is accepted for new graduates. LCP and CCP must be obtained within 1 year of employment date.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.