Perfusionist (Full-Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Perfusionist in Hackensack, New Jersey. The successful candidate will operate devices such as heart-lung machines during surgical procedures and provide surgical back-up in catheterization labs.

A High School diploma and a degree in perfusion technology are required, along with a Perfusionist License. Preferred qualifications include experience in clinical perfusion for at least three years and certification in Cardiovascular Perfusion.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum degree in perfusion technology or related science required.
• 3+ years of clinical perfusion experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate heart-lung machines for bypass procedures.
• Provide surgical back-up for procedures in the catheterization lab.

Skills

Clinical perfusion experience

Operation of heart-lung machines

Ventricular assist devices

Intra-aortic balloon pumps

Education

High School diploma

Degree in perfusion technology or related field

Job description

As assigned by the Director of Perfusion Services and under the direction of the primary surgeon, the perfusionist shall set‑up and operate such devices as the heart‑lung machine for bypass procedures, ventricular assist devices, intra‑aortic balloon pumps, and the autotransfusion device. He/she will also provide surgical back‑up for procedures performed in the catheterization lab. This list of duties shall not be considered totally inclusive of all services provided.

Works with the following:

• Regular contact with Medical Center personnel, patients and visitors.

Education and Knowledge

Required

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• A minimum of a degree in perfusion technology, other related science, or equivalent.

Preferred

• 3 years of clinical perfusion experience.

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• Perfusionist License or NJ Perfusionist Temporary License.

Preferred

• Certified in Cardiovascular Perfusion.