Job Description
Under supervision, the Perfusionist provides basic perfusionist techniques and technical support for the cardiovascular surgical team. The duties include operating heart‑lung machines that artificially replace a patient's heart or lung functions during surgery; maintaining the care delivery systems to meet patient needs; participating in formal training to perform technical work in the selection, preparation, and maintenance of cardiopulmonary bypass equipment and ancillary equipment; and maintaining knowledge of perfusion equipment in cardiac surgery, as well as other circulatory support devices. The Perfusionist ensures compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and the legal framework of the state, and performs all other duties as assigned.
Depending on experience, the selected candidate will be hired at either the Perfusionist or Senior Perfusionist level.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduated from an accredited perfusion school.
- BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date.
- Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) within one (1) year of employment.
- Prior related experience, preferably in an academic medical center.
- Experience with a variety of Heart‑Lung Machines, centrifugal pumps, IABP, Implantable Ventricular Assist Devices, intraoperative auto‑transfusion devices, blood saturation monitors, hemodynamic pressure transducers, ECMO, and anticoagulation monitors.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical and perfusion terminology.
- Ability to teach and demonstrate ideas of routine scientific application.
- Ability to conduct oneself in a healthy and professional manner regarding sterile dress code etiquette and communication.
- Ability to work with adaptability, flexibility, and maintain composure during stressful and/or adverse conditions.
- Must be available to take calls and report to work in a timely manner.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE).
Special Conditions
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.
- Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
- Ability to lift, move, push, and pull heavy objects and equipment weighing from 60 to 350 lbs. Ability to spend 95% of working time seated, stooped, standing, reaching up and down, handling equipment and supplies carefully and safely.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $188,484 – $234,420 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%).
Hourly Equivalent: $90.27 – $112.27.
Compensation will consider experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
Vaccination Policy
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.
Employment Statement
UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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Background and Misconduct Disclosure
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
Examples of misconduct include violations of policies governing employee conduct, sexual harassment, sexual assault, or discrimination. Refer to UC's policies on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment , Anti-Discrimination , and Abusive Conduct in the Workplace .
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