Perfusionist MUSC Florence Operating Room - FT

MUSC Health; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Health Benefits

State Pension Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Free Telehealth Visits

Onsite Pharmacy

Education Assistance

Job summary

MUSC Health is seeking a Perfusionist in Florence, South Carolina. The role focuses on managing heart/lung machines and collaborating with the surgical team under the Chief Perfusionist's supervision.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Perfusion Technology, along with board certification and several years of clinical experience. The position offers excellent state health benefits, paid parental leave, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Perfusion Technology or relevant certificate.
• 3-5 years of clinical experience, preferably in pediatrics.
• Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in management and operation of heart/lung machines.
• Evaluate techniques and equipment for clinical application.
• Act as a resource person for the entire heart team.

Skills

Clinical experience in pediatrics

Resource person for heart team

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Perfusion Technology

American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification

AHA Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Overview

Awesome state health benefits and retirement. Up to 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave. Please contact Recruiter Shannon Shaw at 843‑674‑2694 or [e-mail] to find out more!

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the surgical team, and under the supervision of the Chief Perfusionist/Director of Surgical Services, the perfusionist is primarily concerned with coordinating and participating in the management, set up and operation of heart/lung machines and other ancillary equipment used in open heart and other cardiovascular procedures.

• Evaluating techniques and/or equipment for clinical application
• Acting as a resource person for the entire heart team
• Ensuring effective communication with the entire heart team

Qualifications

• 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 (pediatrics experience preferred).
• Experience in call or transport required.
• Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Benefits

• State Health Benefits and State Pension Plan
• Up to 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• PTO and Sick Time (ESL) Accruals
• Free Telehealth Visits for Care Team Member and family
• Onsite Pharmacy
• Education Assistance

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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