The primary role of the Cardiovascular Perfusionist is to operate the heart-lung machine during cardiopulmonary bypass. The perfusionist must also have the ability to focus and perform during stressful life threatening situations. Secondary roles include but not limited to: Intra-operative blood conservation, arterial venous and cerebral oxygen saturation monitoring, adjunctive therapies for ventricular assist. Functions in supportive roles with other medical specialties in operating room to provide a successful patient outcome. The perfusion staff also provides extended, long-term support of the patients circulation outside of the operating room environment, i.e., cath lab, and ICU. Must have clinical exposure to 40 clinical perfusions, either pediatric or adult patients. Knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and are necessary.
The primary role of the Cardiovascular Perfusionist is to operate the heart-lung machine during cardiopulmonary bypass. The perfusionist must also have the ability to focus and perform during stressful life threatening situations. Secondary roles include but not limited to: Intra-operative blood conservation, arterial venous and cerebral oxygen saturation monitoring, adjunctive therapies for ventricular assist. Functions in supportive roles with other medical specialties in operating room to provide a successful patient outcome. The perfusion staff also provides extended, long-term support of the patients circulation outside of the operating room environment, i.e., cath lab, and ICU. Must have clinical exposure to 40 clinical perfusions, either pediatric or adult patients. Knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and are necessary.
Bachelors degree required or 10 plus yrs of exp. Certified Clinical Perfusionist or Board eligible as a graduate of an accredited Perfusion Program.