Senior Perfusionist – Cardiac Bypass & ECMO Specialist

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Washington Hospital Center seeks a Perfusionist III with 5+ years of experience to operate and maintain the heart-lung machine during cardiothoracic surgeries, including ECMO support. You will monitor physiologic parameters, document perfusion data, and participate in daily rounds with a multidisciplinary team.

In this role you will mentor junior staff, participate in equipment evaluation, and help lead perfusion department initiatives while ensuring patient safety and high-quality

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher with perfusion training.
• Graduation from an accredited perfusion program.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate cardiopulmonary bypass equipment during surgeries.
• Monitor and document ECMO circuit parameters and patient perfusion.
• Mentor and train perfusion staff; participate in department committees.

Education

Associate's degree required

Perfusion Technology degree or higher

Job description

MedStar Washington Hospital Center seeks a Perfusionist III with 5+ years of experience to operate and maintain the heart-lung machine during cardiothoracic surgeries, including ECMO support. You will monitor physiologic parameters, document perfusion data, and participate in daily rounds with a multidisciplinary team.

In this role you will mentor junior staff, participate in equipment evaluation, and help lead perfusion department initiatives while ensuring patient safety and high-quality