Travel Perfusionist - $5,759 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Clinical Perfusionist for assignments in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This role supports cardiac surgeries by operating heart-lung machines and related devices in the cardiac operating room on a 40-hour week basis with flexible 8-hour shifts.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of perfusion experience, CCP certification, AHA BLS, and ECMO proficiency. Travel with this assignment offers exposure to HIPEC, LVAD, ECMO systems, and a dynamic team, with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in clinical perfusion.
• Active CCP certification required.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Proficiency with ECMO technology is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate heart-lung machines and ancillary devices during cardiac surgeries.
• Perform cardio-pulmonary perfusions in various surgical settings.
• Monitor, calibrate, and maintain perfusion devices to standards.
• Oversee physiological parameters and troubleshoot emergencies during procedures.
• Adhere to QA policies to ensure safe perfusion practices.
• Utilize blood salvage and hemoconcentration devices effectively.
• Manage HIPEC pumping and heating systems for chemotherapy treatments.
• Setup, prime, initiate, and troubleshoot ECMO for patient support outside the operating room.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Document procedures and evaluate laboratory tests accurately.
• Manage fluid, blood, and electrolyte therapy and support perfusion techniques.
• Demonstrate flexibility for on-call rotations.

Skills

ECMO technology

Education

Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) certification

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Perfusionist for a travel job in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Perfusionist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

Clinical Perfusionist

Job Summary

The Clinical Perfusionist is responsible for performing extracorporeal circulation using heart-lung machines and related devices to support medical and surgical procedures. This role is essential in ensuring the circulatory and respiratory needs of patients are met during various cardiac surgeries.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heart-lung machines and ancillary devices during cardiac surgeries, allowing surgeons to focus on procedures.
• Perform cardio-pulmonary perfusions in a range of surgical settings.
• Monitor, calibrate, and maintain medical devices according to established standards.
• Oversee various physiological parameters and troubleshoot emergency situations that arise during procedures.
• Adhere to quality assurance policies and procedures to ensure safe practices in cardiopulmonary perfusion.
• Utilize blood salvage and hemoconcentration devices effectively.
• Manage HIPEC pumping and heating systems for chemotherapy treatments.
• Setup, prime, initiate, and troubleshoot ECMO for patient support outside of the operating room.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Document procedures and evaluate laboratory tests accurately.
• Manage fluid, blood, and electrolyte therapy, as well as support patients using current perfusion techniques.
• Demonstrate flexibility in accommodating on-call rotations and responsibilities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in clinical perfusion.
• Active Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) certification required.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Proficiency with ECMO technology is mandatory.

Working Conditions

This position requires work within the Cardiac Operating Room, operating on a standard 40-hour week basis. Shifts begin at 6:00 AM and may extend until surgeries are completed, typically around 3:00 PM. Responsibilities include being on call for 1-2 nights per week and weekends every 2nd or 3rd week.

Appearance

Scrubs will be provided in Ceil Blue color.

Equipment and Procedures

• HIPEC
• ECMO
• Heartmate II
• Stockert S5 by LivaNova
• Belmont for HIPEC
• CardioHelp by Getinge for CPS/ECMO support
• Angiovac
• LVAD

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Clinical Perfusionist to join our dynamic team and contribute to enhancing patient outcomes through quality perfusion services.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38489035. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied Perfusionist

About Wellspring Nurse Source

Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support.

Our team is honored to represent what we believe is thegreatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.

Wellspring One was named one ofSIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success.From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Teamis with you every step of your travel journey.

We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.

If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.