Perfusionist

FMOLHS • Baton Rouge, LA

2d

About The Position

The Perfusionist sets up and operates heart-lung machines to perform or support the functions of a patient’s organs during surgery. The role operates equipment to provide bypass, coronary perfusion, recirculation, or partial bypass, and to alter blood temperature, balance, or content. The Perfusionist relies on education, experience, professional training, and judgment, works under minimal supervision, and may lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

The position prepares and tests extracorporeal circuits, monitors patient and equipment performance during procedures, records and assesses clinical data, and collaborates with surgeons and anesthesiologists to support safe and effective patient care. It also maintains professional knowledge and contributes to the quality and efficiency of care.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in perfusion or 1 year of healthcare experience.
• Graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program.
• Certified or board eligible by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.
• Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as a Perfusionist.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, prime, recirculate, and test extracorporeal circuits before heart-lung bypass procedures; consult with the surgeon and suggest improvements to circuit performance.
• Continuously monitor patients to ensure proper functioning, accurately record hemodynamic data, assess patient metabolic state, and perform laboratory tests as needed in a caring and professional manner.
• Monitor heart-lung machine operation and patient physiologic parameters.
• Adjust equipment as necessary to maintain adequate perfusion and a safe, reliable patient-care environment, and promptly communicate adjustments to the surgeon and anesthesiologist.
• Investigate new techniques, practices, and equipment to identify ways to maximize the quality and efficiency of health care services.
• Keep current with developments in the field through relevant seminars and workshops, professional conferences, and affiliations with national and state professional organizations.
• Maintain adequate patient anticoagulation and reversal before and after cardiac surgical procedures, and calculate appropriate heparin and protamine doses based on patient parameters.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed