Perfusionist I: Cardiac Surgery Bypass Specialist

MUSC Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a perfusionist to set up and operate heart-lung machines during cardiac surgery and other procedures disrupting circulatory or respiratory function.

Requirements include a BS in Perfusion Technology (or a BS with a Perfusion certificate), 3–5 years of clinical experience (pediatrics preferred), and ABP certification within 1 year of hire; BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Perfusion Technology or Bachelor of Science degree with a certificate in Perfusion Technology from an accredited program.
• Three to five years of clinical experience, pediatrics experience preferred.
• Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion within 1 year of hire.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates heart/lung machines during cardiac surgery or procedures affecting circulatory or respiratory function.
• Operates equipment to bypass, perfuse, recirculate or partial bypass and to adjust blood temperature, balance or content.

Skills

Clinical perfusion experience

Pediatric experience

Education

BS in Perfusion Technology

Perfusion Technology certificate

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a perfusionist to set up and operate heart-lung machines during cardiac surgery and other procedures disrupting circulatory or respiratory function.

Requirements include a BS in Perfusion Technology (or a BS with a Perfusion certificate), 3–5 years of clinical experience (pediatrics preferred), and ABP certification within 1 year of hire; BLS certification is required.