Perfusionist
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Temple
Posted on: November 4, 2025
|
|
|
Job Description:
Job Description Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital – Temple
Address: 2401 South 31st Street, Temple, Texas 76508 Our Perfusion
department is growing and we have Full-time Opportunities available
with a $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. Variable
Work 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
The Perfusionist operates extracorporeal circulation equipment to
support or replace cardiopulmonary, circulatory, or respiratory
function. Selects the right equipment and techniques for treatment,
measurement, or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and
circulatory system. 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 team members 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-help devices. - Mixes
and administers drugs and solutions for extracorporeal circulation.
Follows industry best practices and established policies and
procedures. - 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; evaluates
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 and physiology,
chemistry and biology. - 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,
including pressures and gas exchange in adult, pediatric, and
infant patients. - Knowledge of blood components, plasma
composition of the human body and use of blood products by
extracorporeal circuits and devices. - Skill in operating
extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment. - Verbal
and written communication skills. - Ability to follow orders, take
directions, and deploy written perfusion protocols. - Ability to
communicate clearly and effectively during operation of
extracorporeal help devices and providing patient care. - Learn and
apply regulatory and accreditation standards for operating room
procedures and departmental policies. - Ability to work and join in
a flexible way 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 - 1 Year 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 , Perfusionist, Healthcare , Temple, Texas
