Senior Perfusionist: ECMO & Cardio Care Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara, CA, seeks a Perfusionist to operate heart-lung machines and related equipment, coordinate with OR teams, and support CVICU operations. The role requires independent setup, drug administration, and patient monitoring during surgery or respiratory failure.

The ideal candidate has perfusion training, B.S. in a science field, and a valid Clinical Perfusionist Certificate, with at least two years of experience. Basic Life Support is required at hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Perfusion program.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Perfusionist.
• Bachelor's degree in a science or health-related discipline or a related field AND minimum two (2) years of experience in field of specialty OR Minimum five (5) years of experience in field of specialty.
• Basic Life Support required at hire.
• Clinical Perfusionist Certificate required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Pursues effective relationships by mentoring and supporting others.
• Completes work autonomously with up-to-date expertise to generate solutions and follow policies.
• Coordinates with Medical Facility staff to schedule patients and provide access to clinics or procedure areas.
• Operates heart-lung machine and related equipment during surgeries or respiratory failure independently.
• Maintains supplies and supports OR and CVICU operations.

Skills

Ambiguity/Uncertainty Management

Attention to Detail

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Time Management

Problem Solving

Patient Safety

Education

Perfusion program graduate

Bachelor's degree in science/health-related discipline

Clinical Perfusionist Certificate

Tools

Perfusion Equipment

ECMO/MCS devices

Medical device testing

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara, CA, seeks a Perfusionist to operate heart-lung machines and related equipment, coordinate with OR teams, and support CVICU operations. The role requires independent setup, drug administration, and patient monitoring during surgery or respiratory failure.

The ideal candidate has perfusion training, B.S. in a science field, and a valid Clinical Perfusionist Certificate, with at least two years of experience. Basic Life Support is required at hire.