Perfusionist: Heart Support & Advanced Cardiac Care

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Well-being resources

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a perfusionist to provide cardiopulmonary and mechanical circulatory support for cardiac and trauma patients. The role includes operating extracorporeal devices, administering medications and blood products, and developing tailored care plans in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred), 2–5 years of experience, and licensure/certifications in perfusion; supervision experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; master's preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience; 2-5 years preferred
• Certifications: Clinical Perfusionist, Licensed Perfusionist, CPR
• Provisional or full licensure required; supervision experience not necessary

Responsibilities

• Administer pharmaceuticals and blood products under physician supervision
• Develop and implement perfusion care plans for cardiac and trauma cases
• Operate and troubleshoot extracorporeal support devices
• Coordinate patient transfers involving mechanical support systems
• Contribute to staff and student education on perfusion techniques

Skills

Critical thinking

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a perfusionist to provide cardiopulmonary and mechanical circulatory support for cardiac and trauma patients. The role includes operating extracorporeal devices, administering medications and blood products, and developing tailored care plans in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred), 2–5 years of experience, and licensure/certifications in perfusion; supervision experience is not required.