Staff Perfusionist: Open-Heart & ECMO Specialist

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Jefferson Health seeks a Staff Perfusionist to safely operate cardiopulmonary bypass and extracorporeal support during complex surgeries at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia.

The role requires PA licensure, CCP certification, and readiness for rotating call including after hours and holidays. Bachelor’s degree in healthcare is preferred, with experience in ECMO/VAD and related devices.

Qualifications

• Graduates of an accredited perfusion school; or career started before 1981 with required college credits.
• Licensed by PA State Board of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine; renew biannually.
• Certified CCP or ACP eligible by American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion; board-eligible candidates considered.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and manage extracorporeal circulation equipment (heart-lung machine, ECMO, VAD).
• Set up, deliver, maintain and troubleshoot perfusion-related devices and ancillary systems.
• Provide perfusion services for adults (18+), including after-hours and holiday call.

Skills

Cardiovascular perfusion

CPB machine operation

IABP knowledge

ECMO/VAD familiarity

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare

Tools

ECMO equipment

VAD devices

IABP systems

Job description

Jefferson Health seeks a Staff Perfusionist to safely operate cardiopulmonary bypass and extracorporeal support during complex surgeries at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia.

The role requires PA licensure, CCP certification, and readiness for rotating call including after hours and holidays. Bachelor’s degree in healthcare is preferred, with experience in ECMO/VAD and related devices.