The Perfusionist is a member of the open-heart surgical team that operates the heart-lung machine to maintain homeostasis, anticoagulation, and patient's blood gas acid base balance during surgical procedure. Works under the direction of the appropriate surgeons, physician, anesthesiologist, or any other healthcare practitioner during surgery. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.