Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Job Description
Elevate Your Perfusion Career in the Heart of the Midwest!
Perm, Temp-to-Perm, or Locums Opportunities Available
Are you a skilled Cardiovascular Perfusionist looking for great work-life balance, high clinical autonomy, and a supportive, close-knit surgical team? Look no further!
Weve partnered with a premier Midwest regional health network serving a vibrant three-state area across Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa. Recognized as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by Blue Cross Blue Shield, this facility delivers complex cardiovascular procedures paired with authentic Midwest community warmth.
Why Perfusionists Love This Opportunity
- Flexible Hiring Options: Seeking a Permanent home? Want to test-drive the culture first with Temp-to-Perm? Prefer Travel / Locums? All options are on the table!
- Zero Burnout Pace: Enjoy a highly manageable workload of ~34 cardiac cases per week. Practice top-tier medicine without constant exhaustion.
- True Peer Respect: Work alongside veteran CT surgeons with 20+ years of expertise who treat perfusionists as true clinical partners, not just button-pushers.
- Cutting-Edge Tech: Modern OR suites, current-generation heart-lung machines, autotransfusion, and dedicated hybrid OR rooms.
Role Overview & Position Highlights
- Schedule: Full-Time | Days (7:00 AM 7:30 PM) | Predictable schedule
- Patient Population: Adult CT surgery only
- Annual Case Volume: ~180 Open-Heart Cases & ~75 TAVR Procedures annually
- Awesome support staff to prevent burn-out.
- Scope of Practice: Open-heart valve repair/replacement, thoracic aortic aneurysm repairs, septal myectomies, structural heart (TAVR/TEER), ECMO, and cell saver support.
What We Are Looking For
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Perfusion program.
- Certification: ABCP Certified or Board Eligible.
- Licensure: State license (or actively pursuing).
- Clinical Experience: Solid adult cardiac background with ECMO experience required.
- Soft Skills: Outstanding communication skills, clinical proficiency, and a team-first mindset built for a collaborative OR environment.
Ready to Learn More? Let's Connect Today!
Whether you want a long-term home or a flexible temporary assignment, this team is ready to welcome you.
- Call or Text Carlo: 954-361-7449
- Email Your Resume: [email protected]
