Perfusionist

UW Health•Madison, WI

2d•$161,053 - $225,475•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Perfusionist to provide cardiopulmonary life support for high acuity surgical procedures utilizing cardiopulmonary bypass and ECMO. This role will also support procedures in the Cath lab, Hybrid OR and Intensive Care Units. The Perfusionist will assist in the design of institutional protocols and provide continuing education of staff and operating room personnel. Additionally, they will encourage and actively support the mission of the Cardiac Surgery, ECMO and Mechanical Circulatory Assist programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and graduate of Perfusion program Required
Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) as recognized by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) within 12 months Required
State of Wisconsin Licensure as a Licensed Perfusionist within 6 months Required
CPR certification within 3 months Required

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in related field Preferred
3 years of post-training clinical experience providing CPB for adult cardiac surgical procedures including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacements, and aortic aneurysm repairs Preferred
Experience in providing CPB for cardiac transplantation, ventricular assist device implantation, and congenital pediatric procedures. Preferred
Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) as recognized by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) Preferred
State of Wisconsin Licensed Perfusionist Preferred

Responsibilities

Provide cardiopulmonary life support for high acuity surgical procedures utilizing cardiopulmonary bypass and ECMO.
Support procedures in the Cath lab, Hybrid OR and Intensive Care Units.
Assist in the design of institutional protocols and provide continuing education of staff and operating room personnel.
Encourage and actively support the mission of the Cardiac Surgery, ECMO and Mechanical Circulatory Assist programs.

Benefits

health and dental insurance
paid time off
retirement plans
two-week paid parental leave
adoption assistance
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants