Perfusionist: Heart-Lung Bypass Circuit Expert

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York is seeking a licensed Perfusionist to support heart-lung bypass procedures. Responsibilities include assembling and testing the extracorporeal circuit, monitoring patient parameters during surgery, and administering necessary medications.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree, a current New York State license, and CCP certification. This role requires 1-3 years of relevant experience, ensuring excellent performance in a critical care environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience is required.
• Current License to practice as a Perfusionist in New York State is required.
• Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, prime, re-circulate, and test the extracorporeal circuit prior to heart-lung bypass.
• Modify the extracorporeal circuit for various operative procedures.
• Administer medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents via the circuit.

Skills

Perfusion techniques

Patient monitoring

Medication administration

Blood sample collection

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Current License to practice as a Perfusionist in New York State

Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP)

Job description

Northwell Health in New York is seeking a licensed Perfusionist to support heart-lung bypass procedures. Responsibilities include assembling and testing the extracorporeal circuit, monitoring patient parameters during surgery, and administering necessary medications.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree, a current New York State license, and CCP certification. This role requires 1-3 years of relevant experience, ensuring excellent performance in a critical care environment.