Perfusionist

Adult Perfusionist

Join University Health and be part of a highly skilled cardiovascular team providing advanced perfusion services for adult patients undergoing complex cardiac and surgical procedures.

Position Summary

The Adult Perfusionist , working under physician supervision, is responsible for the selection, preparation, assembly, operation, and management of extracorporeal circulation and support systems for adult patients undergoing surgical procedures requiring cardiopulmonary bypass and other forms of extracorporeal support.

This role works closely with cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other members of the surgical team to provide safe, high-quality perfusion care throughout complex procedures. The Perfusionist must demonstrate strong clinical judgment, technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and responsive during emergency situations and lengthy procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Provide perfusion support for adult cardiac and surgical procedures requiring extracorporeal circulation.
• Prepare, assemble, operate, and monitor perfusion and related surgical equipment.
• Monitor patient and equipment parameters throughout procedures and respond appropriately to changes or abnormal situations.
• Work collaboratively with physicians and the multidisciplinary surgical team to support excellent patient outcomes.
• Maintain a strong focus on clinical quality, patient safety, and adherence to established standards and procedures.
• Apply advanced knowledge of anatomy, surgical procedures, perfusion techniques, and cardiovascular support equipment.
• Recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations and clinical variances.

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited School of Perfusion required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a recognized field of science or learning directly related to the duties of the position required.
• Fundamental knowledge and skills in the use of perfusion and surgical equipment required.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy and surgical technology required.
• Excellent technical dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm and focused during emergency situations and lengthy procedures.
• Strong commitment to clinical quality and achieving the best possible outcomes for patients.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. New graduates must have a provisional license contingent upon successfully passing the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) examination and must successfully complete the examination within 12 months of hire to qualify for Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) credentials.

Licensure & Certification

• American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification or certification eligibility required.
• Current perfusion licensure through the Texas Medical Board , or eligibility to obtain Texas licensure, required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association-accredited course required.

If you are an Adult Perfusionist looking to bring your clinical expertise to a collaborative cardiovascular team committed to exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Under physician supervision, responsible for assisting with the selection and assembly of various modes of extracorporeal support of both pediatric and adult patients undergoing congenital, acquired, and traumatic lesions requiring surgical correction.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited School of Perfusion with a bachelor’s degree in a recognized field of science or learning directly related to the duties of the position is required.

Pediatric interest required and experience preferred. New grads must have provisional license contingent on passing ABCP exam. Must test and pass the exam within 12 months of hire to be qualified for CCP credentials.

Fundamental knowledge and skills with perfusion/surgical equipment; strong anatomical and surgical technology knowledge and excellent dexterity in the use of required equipment.

• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and throughout long procedures.
• Strong focus on clinical quality and delivery of best results for patients.
• Ability to collaborate and gain cooperation in team-oriented environment.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Recognizes and resolves variances and abnormal situations that may arise.

LICENSURE

American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certified or certification eligible.

Perfusion licensure by Texas Medical Board or meets requirements to obtain licensure.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.