Perfusionist
Core
Independently manage Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB) and provide extracorporeal life support for complex cardiac surgeries including CABG, valve repairs, congenital defect repairs, aortic aneurysm repairs, transplants, and VAD implants.
Role type
Clinical perfusionist (cardiovascular surgery)
Builds
Extracorporeal circulation systems and mechanical circulatory support for patients
Domain
Healthcare / Cardiovascular Surgery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB) management, Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) operation, Extracorporeal Venovenous (VV) bypass, AngioVac clot-removal systems, ECMO management, IABP management, Intraoperative autotransfusion
Preferred skills
Experience with pediatric and neonatal procedures, familiarity with LVAD/RVAD management
Technologies
Cardiopulmonary Bypass machines, Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD), AngioVac systems, ECMO circuits, IABP pumps
Responsibilities
Monitor and optimize VAD performance, Operate extracorporeal clot-removal systems, Provide full extracorporeal life support for cardiac surgeries, Perform VV bypass and shunting procedures, Support clinical research protocols involving circulatory support systems
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on clinical specialist