Perfusionist: ECMO & Open-Heart Care — Sign-On Bonus

CHS Career Site; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $35k

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, VIs

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment up to $10,000

Competitive salary and comprehensive  

Job summary

CHS Career Site seeks a Perfusionist to join our four-person team providing 24/7/365 coverage for open-heart surgery, major vascular procedures, ECMO, LVAD and related services. The role includes admin duties such as supply management and equipment maintenance, with a sign-on bonus up to $35k.

Ideal candidates have up to 2 years of clinical perfusion experience, and the team emphasizes collaboration, patient safety, and ongoing professional development in a high-demand setting.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical perfusion experience required.
• 1-2 years of experience with advanced perfusion technologies and techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates extracorporeal circulation equipment to support or replace a patient’s cardiopulmonary and circulatory functions as prescribed by a physician.
• Monitors and manages physiological variables to ensure proper perfusion during procedures.
• Assesses and develops individualized patient care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to establish and achieve goals.
• Maintains professional rapport with medical staff, patients, families, and ancillary departments, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
• Demonstrates accountability for National Patient Safety Goals and hospital quality performance standards, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Provides technical and clinical support to unit staff, functioning as a resource and mentor for newly hired Perfusionists and students.
• Assists with the selection, maintenance, and periodic inspection of perfusion equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
• Manages inventory control, reordering supplies, and coordinating repairs or replacements as necessary.
• Participates in ongoing education and training to remain current with advancements, regulations, and best practices in the field of perfusion.
• Serves as a clinical resource for troubleshooting and resolving complex perfusion-related issues during procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Job description

CHS Career Site seeks a Perfusionist to join our four-person team providing 24/7/365 coverage for open-heart surgery, major vascular procedures, ECMO, LVAD and related services. The role includes admin duties such as supply management and equipment maintenance, with a sign-on bonus up to $35k.

Ideal candidates have up to 2 years of clinical perfusion experience, and the team emphasizes collaboration, patient safety, and ongoing professional development in a high-demand setting.