Senior Perfusionist - 141004

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in San Diego is seeking a Senior Perfusionist to join the cardiovascular surgical team as a 100% appointment at the Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center. The role involves operating heart-lung machines during cardiac surgery, maintaining bypass and ancillary equipment, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies.

Applicants must meet ABCP certification within one year and have an accredited perfusion school degree.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited perfusion school.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months.
• Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) must be attained within one year of employment.
• Prior related experience, preferably in an academic medical center.
• Experience with a variety of Heart-Lung Machines, centrifugal pumps, IABP, Implantable Ventricular Assist Devices, Intraoperative Auto-transfusion Devices, Blood Saturation Monitors, Hemodynamic Pressure Transducers, ECMO, Anticoagulation monitors.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical and perfusion terminology.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate ideas of routine scientific application.
• Ability to conduct oneself in a healthy and professional manner regarding sterile dress code etiquette and communicate in a professional manner.
• Must be able to work with adaptability, flexibility and maintain composure during stressful and/or adverse conditions.
• Must be available to take calls and report to work in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, the Perfusionist provides basic perfusionist techniques and technical support for the cardiovascular surgical team.
• Operates heart-lung machines that replace heart or lung function during surgery; maintains bypass and related equipment.
• Participates in training to perform technical work in selection, preparation, and maintenance of cardiopulmonary bypass equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of perfusion equipment in cardiac surgery and other circulatory support devices.
• Ensures compliance with hospital policies and state law.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

ABCP certification

BART or BLS within 6 months

Heart-Lung Machines experience

Professional communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Accredited perfusion school

Tools

Heart-Lung Machines

Centrifugal pumps

ECMO

Intraoperative Auto-transfusion Devices

Job description

Payroll Title

PERFUSIONIST SR EX

Department

Perfusion

Hiring Pay Scale

$199,884.24 - $248,597.28 / Y

Worksite

Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

EX Contract

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Sunday

#141004 Senior Perfusionist

Filing Deadline

Wed 9/2/2026

Under supervision, the Perfusionist provides basic perfusionist techniques and technical support for the cardiovascular surgical team. The duties includes operating a heart-lung machines that artificially replaces a patient’s heart or lung functions during surgery; maintaining the care delivery systems to meet patient needs; participating in formal training as needed to perform technical work in the selection, preparation, and maintenance of the cardiopulmonary bypass and ancillary equipment; and maintaining knowledge of perfusion equipment in cardiac surgery, as well as, other circulatory support devices. Ensures compliance with policies and procedures of the hospital and within the legal framework of the state. Performs all other duties as assigned

Depending on experience, the selected candidate will be hired at the Perfusionist or Sr. Perfusionist level.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited perfusion school.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) must be attained within one (1) year of employment.
• Prior related experience, preferably in an academic medical center.
• Experience with a variety of Heart-Lung Machines, centrifugal pumps, IABP, Implantable Ventricular Assist Devices, Intraoperative Auto-transfusion Devices, Blood Saturation Monitors, Hemodynamic Pressure Transducers, ECMO, Anticoagulation monitors.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical and perfusion terminology.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate ideas of routine scientific application.
• Ability to conduct oneself in a healthy and professional manner regarding sterile dress code etiquette and communicate in a professional manner.
• Must be able to work with adaptability, flexibility and maintain composure during stressful and/or adverse conditions.
• Must be available to take calls and report to work in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE).

Special Conditions

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours and location based on business needs.
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull heavy objects and equipment weighing from 60 to 350 lbs. * Ability to spend 95% of working time seating, stooping, standing, reaching up and down, handling equipment and supplies carefully and safely.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $199,884 - $248,597 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $95.73 - $119.06

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace