Perfusionist I-Nonexempt-Downtown- Full-Time

Applymuscjobs; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an experienced perfusionist to set up and operate heart-lung machines during cardiac surgery and other procedures where circulatory or respiratory function is disrupted. You will handle bypass and perfusion tasks, including temperature and content adjustments, to support patient care.

Requirements include a BS in Perfusion Technology (or BS with a Perfusion Technology certificate), 3–5 years of clinical experience (pediatrics preferred), and

Qualifications

• BS in Perfusion Technology or BS with Perfusion Technology certificate from an accredited program.
• Three to five years of clinical experience, pediatrics preferred.
• Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate heart/lung machines for bypass, perfusion, recirculation, or partial bypass.
• Maintain blood temperature, balance, or content during procedures.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

Call/transport experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Perfusion Technology

Bachelor of Science with Perfusion Technology certificate

Job description

Job Description Summary

Sets up and operates heart/lung machines that support organ function during cardiac surgery or other procedure where circulatory or respiratory function is disrupted. Operates equipment to produce bypass, coronary perfusion, recirculation or partial bypass, or to alter blood temperature, balance, or content.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC003718 COL - Perfusion Services (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-34

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Bachelor of Science degree in Perfusion Technology or Bachelor of Science degree with a certificate in Perfusion Technology from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program. Three to five years of clinical experience to include pediatrics experience preferred. Call, transport required. Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is required within 1 year of hire.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is required within 1 year of hire. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Additional Job Description

Bachelor of Science degree in Perfusion Technology or Bachelor of Science degree with a certificate in Perfusion Technology from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program. Three to five years of clinical experience to include pediatrics experience preferred. Call, transport required. Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is required within 1 year of hire.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is required within 1 year of hire. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

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