Perfusionist

Indiana University Health System • Bloomington, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Perfusionist performs clinical perfusion functions essential for supporting or treating the cardiopulmonary/circulatory system of patients. This role involves operating extracorporeal circulation equipment during medical situations that require support or replacement of the patient's cardiopulmonary/circulatory functions and ensuring proper management of physiologic variables through continuous monitoring.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required; additional advanced life support certifications may be required based on department policies.
• For incumbents trained after April 15, 1981: Must maintain cardiovascular perfusion certification or be eligible to take the certification examination.
• For incumbents trained after April 15, 1981: Completion of clinical and didactic coursework from an accredited perfusion training program is required.
• Strong knowledge of cardiovascular and respiratory systems, physiology, and anatomy.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining cardiovascular perfusion, life support, and blood salvage equipment, instrumentation, and supplies.
• Experience in open heart surgery and surgical perfusion procedures.
• Knowledge of innovations in open heart surgery and related fields.
• Ability to apply biology, chemistry, and physiology knowledge in a hospital operating room setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage extracorporeal circulation equipment during open heart surgeries and other clinical procedures requiring cardiopulmonary support.
• Monitor and maintain the physiologic functions of patients by adjusting and troubleshooting perfusion equipment as necessary.
• Ensure the safety and stability of patients by accurately managing blood flow, oxygenation, and other critical functions during procedures.
• Maintain detailed documentation of perfusion procedures, equipment settings, and patient responses.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to develop and execute perfusion plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Stay current with advancements in perfusion technology, equipment, and procedures to optimize patient outcomes.

Benefits

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees