Cardiovascular Perfusionist
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Kootenai Health in Coeurdalene reported 99 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 7,008,991 hours worked: 2.8 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 1 of them describes violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
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About the job
Join a High-Performing Cardiovascular Team
Kootenai Health is seeking an experienced Cardiovascular Perfusionist to join our growing Heart Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside highly skilled cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, and cardiovascular specialists in a collaborative, patient-centered environment committed to delivering exceptional outcomes.
As a Cardiovascular Perfusionist, you will play a vital role in supporting complex cardiac surgical procedures by managing extracorporeal circulation and ensuring the physiological stability of patients throughout surgery. Your expertise will directly contribute to life-saving interventions and outstanding patient care.
Position Summary
The Cardiovascular Perfusionist is responsible for the setup, operation, and management of the heart-lung machine and other extracorporeal circulation equipment used to temporarily replace or support a patient’s circulatory and respiratory functions during cardiac surgery and other specialized procedures.
Primary Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor the heart-lung machine during cardiovascular surgical procedures.
- Operate extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment whenever temporary circulatory or respiratory support is required.
- Continuously monitor and manage the patient’s physiological and metabolic status throughout procedures.
- Collaborate closely with cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and the multidisciplinary surgical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintain responsibility for the circulatory and respiratory support functions provided by the heart-lung machine.
- Participate in cardiothoracic donor organ procurement activities for transplant procedures as needed.
- Ensure all perfusion equipment is maintained, tested, and prepared according to established standards.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Maintain regular, reliable attendance and provide care that meets the age-specific needs of the patients served.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Perfusion training program.
- Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or equivalent.
- Minimum of three (3) years of cardiovascular perfusion experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of current perfusion concepts, practices, and technologies.
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and clinical decision-making skills.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Perfusion Technology or related field.
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
Perfusionist
Position Summary
Responsible for the set-up and operation of the heart-lung machine to assume the functions of patient organs during surgery.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the set-up and operation of the heart-lung machine to assume the functions of patient organs during surgery
- Operates extracorporeal circulation and auto transfusion equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or temporarily replace the patient's circulatory or respiratory function
- Supports the physiological and metabolic needs of the cardiac surgical patient so that the cardiac surgeon may operate
- Responsible for the circulatory and respiratory functions of the heart-lung machine
- Participates in procurement of cardiothoracic donor organs for transplant
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
- Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular perfusion training program required
- Bachelor's degree in perfusion technology preferred
- Minimum of 3 years' perfusion experience
- Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
- BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation
Working Conditions
- Must be able to maintain a standing and position
- Typical equipment used in a clinical job
- Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
- Must be able to lift or move up to 35 lbs
About Kootenai Health:
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
- Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
- Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
- Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
- An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
- Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
- Robust and interactive employee referral program
- And much more
Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!
Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.
From Kootenai Health's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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