PRN/PT Perfusionist
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Belton
Posted on: November 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital – Temple
Address: 2401 South 31st Street, Temple, Texas 76508 Variable
PRN/PT Schedule: Must be available from 7:00a – 3pm Monday – Friday
– rotating weekends and holidays. Ability to work on Call required
Call: Must be present/onsite within 30 minutes of call. “on call
rotation is shared equally among all staff perfusionist”. Education
– Bachelors degree & Graduate of an accredited Perfusion Program
required Certification/License: Must have the following at time of
hire/transfer - Cert Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) and Licensed
Perfusionist (PERFUSIO) - Texas Medical Board Experience – 1 Years
of intermediate level Perfusion experience. We’re seeking
professionals with a desire to teach, train cardiology fellows, and
share perfusion knowledge base with fellows, team members, and
students during clinical rotations. About Us Here at Baylor Scott &
White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals,
families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest
not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live
well. Our Core Values are: - We serve faithfully by doing what's
right with a joyful heart. - We never settle by constantly striving
for better. - We are in it together by supporting one another and
those we serve. - We make an impact by taking initiative and
delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are
designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your
journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the
Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which
may include: - Immediate eligibility for health and welfare
benefits - 401 (k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to
5% - Tuition Reimbursement - PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note:
Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level Job Summary
Provides patient care by operating extracorporeal circulation
equipment during medical situations. Helps or replaces a person's
cardiopulmonary, circulatory, or respiratory function. Selects the
right equipment and techniques for treatment or measurement.
Monitors, examines, and treats physiologic conditions safely under
a physician's order and supervision. Essential Functions of the
Role - Monitors the altered circulatory process, initiates
appropriate action when abnormalities arise, and keeps surgeon and
other personnel fully informed. - Ensures the sterility and
integrity of disposable equipment packaging. Ensures correct setup
and breakdown of all equipment. - Monitors cell saver and operates
the heart-lung machine, blood gas examination machine, clotting
time/heparin analyzer, and cardiac-assist devices. - Mixes and
administers drugs and solutions for myocardial preservation
following industry best practices and established policies. -
Adjusts gas flow and mixtures. Administers anesthetic agents,
blood, drugs, and fluids via the extracorporeal circuit. This
consistently results in safe and effective procedures. - Records
relevant perfusion information during surgery; examines and
maintains records after surgery. - Performs quality
control/preventive maintenance to ensure accuracy and longevity of
equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies. Key
Success Factors - Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and
biochemistry. - Knowledge of several cardiac disease, defects and
congenital anomalies. - Knowledge of sterile and perfusion
supplies: extracorporeal oxygenators, tubing circuits, and cannulae
for adult, pediatric and infants. - Knowledge of arteries, veins,
organs, and specific blood flow paths in the body. Understanding
pressures and gas exchange in adult, pediatric, and infant
patients. - Knowledge of blood components, plasma composition, and
use of blood products with extracorporeal circuits and devices. -
Skill in operating extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion
equipment. - Verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to
follow orders, take directions, and implement written perfusion
protocols. - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively during
operation of extracorporeal support devices and providing patient
care. - Learn and apply JCAHO, CDC, and AABB standards for
operating room procedures and departmental policies. - Ability to
work and cooperate in a flexible manner in the delivery of patient
care demonstrating a cohesive team approach. - Ability to react
calmly in stressful situations. Belonging Statement We believe that
all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION - Bachelor's - EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of
Experience - CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Cert Clinical
Perfusionist (CCP) Licensed Perfusionist (PERFUSIO) Basic Life
Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple , PRN/PT Perfusionist, Healthcare , Belton, Texas
