Perfusionist: Cardiac Support & ECMO Expert

Stanford Medicine Children's Health; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 147,403 - 184,598; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Medicine Children’s Health is seeking a Perfusionist to operate extracorporeal support equipment in cardiac procedures, ensuring patient safety and equipment integrity.

The role requires completion of an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program, and licensure/certification through AB Cardiovascular Perfusion or equivalent, plus BLS. Experience is not required, making it ideal for recent graduates seeking a hands-on opportunity.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Perfusion Education Program
• Experience: None Required
• License/Certification: Cardiovascular Perfusionists by AB Cardiovascular Perfusion; BLS by AHA or RQI Healthcare Provider BLS

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates heart-lung machine and related equipment during cardiac procedures.
• Maintains aseptic technique and monitors patient physiologic variables during perfusion.
• Tests and troubleshoots perfusion equipment and related devices.
• Assists in transport of high-risk patients and ensures safe operation of perfusion systems.

Skills

Perfusion equipment operation

Critical thinking

Patient safety

Education

Cardiovascular Perfusion Education Program

Tools

Heart-lung machine

Blood gas analyzers

Autotransfusion devices

Job description

Stanford Medicine Children’s Health is seeking a Perfusionist to operate extracorporeal support equipment in cardiac procedures, ensuring patient safety and equipment integrity.

The role requires completion of an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program, and licensure/certification through AB Cardiovascular Perfusion or equivalent, plus BLS. Experience is not required, making it ideal for recent graduates seeking a hands-on opportunity.