Staff Perfusionist - Dover, DE

Strata Critical Medical, Inc.; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company contribution

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Company-Paid Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Strata Critical Recovery, at Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus in Dover, Delaware, seeks a Full-Time Staff Perfusionist to join a high-performing cardiac surgery program. This role supports ECC procedures, ECMO, and bypass services with collaborative anesthesia and ICU teams.

The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment that emphasizes patient safety and continued clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Requires ABCP certification or board eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in perfusion-related field.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage extracorporeal circulation systems.
• Support ECMO, IABP, autotransfusion, hemofiltration, and blood gas analysis.
• Administer medications and blood products via the extracorporeal circuit.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation in patient records.
• Collaborate with surgical, anesthesia and ICU teams to optimize outcomes.
• Support resuscitation and emergency interventions as required.
• Maintain equipment logs and conduct routine readiness checks.
• Participate in ongoing education, quality assurance and research initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Cardiovascular perfusion knowledge

Documentation accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

ABCP certification or board-eligibility

Job description

Strata Critical Recovery (formerly Keystone Perfusion) is seeking aFull-Time Staff Perfusionist to join our team at Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Dover, Delaware. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing cardiac surgery program with a strong sense of collaboration, clinical excellence, and professional support.

Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus is a leading regional medical center delivering advanced cardiovascular care in a modern, patient-centered facility. Dover offers a welcoming community, excellent schools, and convenient access to both Philadelphia and the Delaware beaches.

The program averages about 200 open-heart procedures per year, including CABG and valve repair/replacement, with minimal ECMO support. There are no transplant or VAD cases at this site.

• Location: In-Person at the Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Dover, Delaware
• Compensation: $155,000 – $180,000 depending on experience
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Days/Nights/Call

Clinical Setting

• Surgical Services
• Intensive Care or Cardiovascular Intensive Care Units
• Other hospital areas requiring emergent bypass support

Supervision Structure

• Direct Supervision: Physician performing the procedure & On-site Manager of Perfusion Services
• Indirect Supervision: Regional Perfusion Manager & Keystone Executive Leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and manage extracorporeal circulation systems
• Support procedures involving ECMO, IABP, autotransfusion, hemofiltration, and blood gas analysis
• Administer medications, blood products, and anesthetic agents via the extracorporeal circuit
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation in patient medical records
• Collaborate with surgical, anesthesia, and ICU teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Support patient resuscitation and emergency interventions as required
• Maintain equipment logs and conduct routine checks to ensure readiness
• Participate in ongoing education, quality assurance, and research initiatives
• 401(k): Company contribution
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• CME Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program
• Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) or board eligilbel
• American Heart Association or Red Cross health care provider BLS Certification

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Competency across a full range of perfusion procedures
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with documentation habits
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and professionalism
• Willingness to participate in professional development and continuous improvement

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and ensure readiness of perfusion-related supplies and disposables
• Support hospital initiatives related to blood management and quality improvement
• Participate in monthly department meetings and Keystone educational programs