Perfusionist

HealthSmart Pro; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthSmart Pro in Nashville, TN seeks an experienced Perfusionist to provide cardiovascular perfusion services on a temporary travel assignment. You will operate heart-lung machines and extracorporeal equipment during cardiac and other surgical procedures.

The role requires at least 5 years of perfusion experience, including 1 year in a level 1 trauma facility, and the ability to cover lung transplants on ECMO. CAPS certification and Tennessee Clinical Perfusionist License are required.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of perfusion experience with at least 1 year in a level 1 trauma facility.
• Experience covering cardiac cases and lung transplants on ECMO.
• Must be able to operate POC devices.
• CAPS certification and Tennessee Clinical Perfusionist License required.
• High school diploma or college degree is a prerequisite for CAPS.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized cardiovascular perfusion services during cardiac and other surgeries.
• Operate heart-lung machines and extracorporeal equipment as needed.
• Cover travel assignment in Nashville, TN with patient safety as priority.

Skills

Cardiovascular perfusion expertise

Travel work eligibility

CAPS certification

Education

High school diploma or college degree

Tools

ECMO equipment operation

POC device operation

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Perfusionist to provide specialized cardiovascular perfusion services at healthcare facilities on a temporary travel assignment in Nashville, TN. The Perfusionist will operate and manage heart-lung machines and other extracorporeal equipment during cardiac and other surgical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prior travel experience is preferred, not required
• At least 5 years of experience with 1 year of recent experience in a level 1 trauma facility
• Must have experience to cover cardiac cases, lung transplants on ECMO
• Must be able to operate POC devices
• Must have either a high school diploma or college degree diploma as this is a requirement for their CAPS certification
• Active ABCP (American Board or Cardiovascular Perfusion) Certification in addition to Tennessee Clinical Perfusionist License is required