Job Description
Perfusionist II
Location - Texarkana, TX
Summary:
The Perfusionist is responsible for operating and managing cardiopulmonary pumps, Cell Saver and autotransfusion equipment, and intra-aortic balloon pumps during invasive cardiovascular procedures. This role provides critical support to surgeons and clinical teams. Additional related duties may be assigned as needed.
Responsibilities:
Location - Texarkana, TX
Summary:
The Perfusionist is responsible for operating and managing cardiopulmonary pumps, Cell Saver and autotransfusion equipment, and intra-aortic balloon pumps during invasive cardiovascular procedures. This role provides critical support to surgeons and clinical teams. Additional related duties may be assigned as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Provide patient care support during surgical procedures requiring perfusion services.
- Operate cardiopulmonary bypass equipment during open-heart surgery.
- Set up and operate left and right heart bypass systems.
- Operate extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) devices and total or partial artificial heart console systems.
- Set up and manage intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) systems in the OR, cardiac catheterization lab, ICU, or other clinical areas.