UCLA Health

Perfusionist - Cardiac Perfusion Services

UCLA Health • $191K — $211K *
Los Angeles, CA 90011In-Person
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in perfusion or related field
  • Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
  • Strong understanding of cardiac surgical procedures
  • Proficient in operating heart-lung machines and extracorporeal circuits
  • Ability to work collaboratively with surgeons and medical staff
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Current CPR and ACLS certification

Responsibilities

  • Provide critical patient care during cardiac procedures
  • Support extracorporeal circulation and oxygenation processes
  • Administer drugs and fluids as directed
  • Operate heart-lung machines and associated devices
  • Monitor patient response and adjust equipment as needed
  • Collaborate with the surgical team for optimal patient outcomes
  • Ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plans
  • Retirement savings options
  • Continuing education and training opportunities
  • Paid time off and flexible scheduling
  • Supportive work environment focused on team collaboration
Full Job Description
Description

Routine patient care is under the direction of the Director of Perfusion and the Attending Cardiac Surgeon. You will provide critical patient care as you support extracorporeal circulation and/or oxygenation, myocardial and/or organ protection and preservation, blood component and drug/fluid administration. This includes assembly and operation of the heart-lung machine and extracorporeal circuits, operation of heater, coolers and cardioplegia delivery system, also blood concentrators, coagulation monitors, and long -tern assist devices, etc. This may include operation of devices such as Heart lung machine, IABP, VAD and ECMO.

Salary Range: $91.79 - $101.36/Hourly

About UCLA Health

UCLA Health is a world-renowned academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises four hospitals, including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and more than 200 primary and specialty care clinics. UCLA Health is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States. The health system employs over 20,000 people and serves as a major center for patient care, medical education, and research.
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