Perfusionist
About The Position
Join a thriving cardiac surgery program performing more than 500 cases annually and become an essential member of a highly skilled cardiovascular team dedicated to exceptional patient care. As a Perfusionist, you will play a critical role in supporting patients during complex cardiac procedures by managing cardiopulmonary bypass and other extracorporeal circulation technologies. You will be responsible for operating specialized equipment that temporarily supports or replaces heart and lung function, monitoring key physiologic parameters, and ensuring the safe and effective management of a patient’s circulatory and cardiopulmonary systems throughout surgery. At CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center, the largest and most advanced heart and vascular center in Central Minnesota, we provide care to more than 60,000 patients annually. You'll work alongside compassionate, dedicated professionals who are committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and improving the lives of patients every day.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's of Perfusion degree required
- Completion of Perfusion education accredited by the Accreditation Committee for Perfusion Education (AC-PE) in cooperation with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.
- Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) required within 12 months.
- Must be a member in good standing of a qualified clinical perfusion society such as the American Society of Extracorporeal Technology (AmSECT), The American Academy of Cardiovascular Perfusion (AACP), or a state perfusion society such as the Minnesota Perfusion Society.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider card required per established policy.
Nice To Haves
- 3 years of experience as an actively practicing clinical perfusionist in a cardiothoracic surgical program is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Play a critical role in supporting patients during complex cardiac procedures by managing cardiopulmonary bypass and other extracorporeal circulation technologies.
- Operate specialized equipment that temporarily supports or replaces heart and lung function.
- Monitor key physiologic parameters.
- Ensure the safe and effective management of a patient’s circulatory and cardiopulmonary systems throughout surgery.
Benefits
- $15,000 in student loan repayments OR $10,000 hiring bonus, plus $5,000 in relocation assistance are available to those who qualify.
- Full-time benefits like medical, dental, PTO, 401k, employee discounts and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
