Perfusionist

SSM Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 147,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000

Relocation assistance

Job summary

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison in Wisconsin is seeking a Perfusionist to operate extracorporeal circulation equipment during procedures requiring artificial support.

The role requires graduation from an accredited perfusion program and Wisconsin licensure, with relocation assistance available for qualified applicants. Position offers a strong compensation package with a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 and an annual pay range of $147,000–$220,000, plus night/weekend shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Perfusion Program.
• Wisconsin Perfusionist license required at time of hire.
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified applicants.
• BLS HealthCare Provider certification (AHA) is required.
• Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) - ABCP certification is required.
• Perfusionist licensure with Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for procedures by performing patient assessment.
• Operates extracorporeal circulation equipment during procedures requiring artificial support.
• Monitors anticoagulation, electrolytes, acid-base and blood-gas status and corrects imbalances.
• Sets up and operates devices for temporary cardiac/pulmonary support.
• Administers pharmacological and blood products as needed during operation.
• Maintains documentation of assessments and procedures.
• Ensures perfusion packs and supplies are available for surgeries.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Perfusion Program

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

Worker Type

Regular

Job Highlights

• Schedule: full time Flexible hours; Weekend and call rotation. Schedule details will be discussed during the interview process
• Sign On Bonus: up to $ 10,000
• Annual Pay Range: $147,000 - $220,000/year Daily pay available!
• Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts
• Location: WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison, WI

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Perfusion Program and Wisconsin Perfusionist license (required at time of hire)

Relocation assistance is available for qualified applicants.

Join the SSM Team and make an impact.

Job Summary

Operates extra-corporeal circulation equipment during procedures requiring artificial support or the temporary replacement of circulatory or respiratory functions.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares for procedures by performing patient assessment.

• Performs perfusion and other procedures including the monitoring of the patient's anticoagulation, electrolyte, acid-base and blood-gas status throughout procedures and takes appropriate action to resolve imbalances.

• Sets up and operates extracorporeal devices used for temporary replacement or support of cardiac or pulmonary function.

• Administers pharmacological agents, anesthetic agents, and blood products as necessary during operation of extracorporeal devices.

• Sets up and initiates operation of intra-aortic balloon pump therapy. Sets up and operates autologous blood processing devices.

• Assures that perfusion packs, equipment and supplies are available for scheduled and emergency surgeries.

• Performs assembly, maintenance, cleaning and calibration of equipment and maintains adequate supplies.

• Provides proper documentation of assessments, activities, and procedures.

• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Graduate from a Perfusion Program

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing and walking.

• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.

• Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).

• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.

• Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.

• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.

• Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.

• Rare use of smell to detect/recognize odors.

• Rare driving.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

• And

• Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) - American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)

• And

• Perfusionist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type

Employee

Department

4404000007 Perfusion

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.