Perfusionist, Full-time, Rotating - Sign-on Bonus Offered

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Annual Salary Increase and Incentive-※

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Perfusionist AMC to operate cardiopulmonary bypass and life-support equipment for cardiac, transplant, and vascular procedures at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. The role requires CCP certification, IL licensure, and BLS; a perfusion degree is essential.

You will work with surgeons and anesthesia teams, covering irregular hours and staying current with NMSECT guidelines while ensuring patient safety and high-quality perfusion care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited perfusion school.
• CCP certification.
• Licensed by the State of Illinois as a Licensed Perfusionist.
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association.
• Bachelor of Science Degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Operate cardiopulmonary bypass circuit in accordance with NM, AMSECT and manufacturer guidelines.
• Monitor oxygenator and adjust gas flow as needed.
• Operate centrifugal and roller pumps to maintain adequate cardiac output.
• Monitor blood temperature, O2, CO2, pH, venous saturations, and adjust as needed.
• Monitor blood electrolytes, potassium, sodium, and calcium.
• Monitor heparin management of patient while on bypass.
• Cool and rewarm patient as directed by surgeon.
• Chart patients’ vital parameters on perfusion record at regular intervals.
• Troubleshoot problems and communicate with the surgeon and anesthesiologist; develop corrective action.
• Complete yearly competency on perfusion equipment and guidelines.
• Read and understand perfusion equipment and NM/AMSECT guidelines.
• Set up and operate cell salvaging system, VADs (HVAD, HMII, HMIII, Impella, TandemHeart).
• Transport VADs to procedural areas and set up ECMO circuit as needed.
• Take call coverage on a rotating basis; educate staff on perfusion responsibilities.

Education

Graduate of an accredited perfusion school

CCP certification

Licensed by the State of Illinois as a Licensed Perfusionist

BLS Certification through the American Heart Association

Bachelor of Science Degree

Job description

The salary range for this position is $81.79 - $114.50 (Hourly Rate)

Sign-on bonus available for this position: $15,000.

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

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Benefits:

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

The Perfusionist AMC reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Operates cardiopulmonary bypass and other life support equipment, to assist cardiac, transplant, and vascular surgeons as they perform their surgical procedures.
• The Perfusionist NHN meets the professional exemption under FLSA; but works an irregular schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate cardiopulmonary bypass circuit in accordance with NM, AMSECT and manufacturer guidelines
  • Monitor oxygenator and adjust gas flow as needed
  • Operate centrifugal and roller pumps to maintain adequate cardiac output
  • Monitor blood temperature, O2, CO2, pH, venous saturations, and adjust as needed
  • Monitor blood electrolytes, potassium, sodium, and calcium
  • Monitor heparin management of patient while on bypass
  • Cool and rewarm patient as directed by surgeon
  • Chart patients’ vital parameters on perfusion record at regular intervals
  • Troubleshoot any problems unusual occurrences or deviations from NM or AMSECT guidelines. Communicate these issues to the surgeon and anesthesiologist and develop an action plan to correct the problem
• Complete a yearly competency on all perfusion equipment, NM and AMSECT guidelines
• Read and demonstrate an understanding of all perfusion equipment
• Read and demonstrate an understanding of all NM and AMSECT guidelines
• Set up and operate the cell salvaging system throughout the medical center
• Set up and operate the medical centers various ventricular assist devices. These devices include but are not limited to HVAD, HMII, HMIII, Impella, and TandemHeart
• Transport VADs to various procedural areas
• Must be able to take call coverage on a rotating basis with colleagues
• Set up and operate the ECMO circuit and be able to initiate support anywhere in the medical center.
• Educate and explain functions of perfusion responsibilities to medical staff, residents, medical students, and nursing staff.
• Assist medical personnel in the O. R. to facilitate the best patient care possible.
• Clean and restock perfusion equipment as indicated
• Check perfusion equipment for proper operation
• Setup and operate the HIPEC system
• Set up and operate Veno-venous support

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Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited perfusion school.
• CCP certification.
• Licensed by the State of Illinois as a Licensed Perfusionist.
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association.

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science Degree.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

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Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.