Demo

Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Perfusion) - UI Heart and Vascular Center Job at Th

The University of Iowa
Iowa, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Perfusion) - UI Heart and Vascular Center

The UI Heart and Vascular Center (HVC) is seeking a full-time Cardiovascular Perfusionist to operate Cardiopulmonary Bypass during open-heart surgeries and other medical procedures. In addition, the perfusionist is responsible for other mechanical circulatory support and patient monitoring devices and techniques including : VADs, ECMO, IABPs, HIPEC, cell salvage, point-of-care testing for anticoagulation and other patient monitoring during these procedures.

Percent of Time : 100%

Schedule : Monday-Friday

On-Call assignment (includes Weeknight / Weekend / University Holidays)

The university is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000 in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live.

  • Operate cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and other life support equipment during cardiac, transplant, and vascular surgical procedures
  • Monitor patient blood gasses, electrolytes, and anticoagulation during procedures and adjust in accordance with LIP and hospital protocols
  • Help set up, initiate, and transport long-term mechanical circulatory support devices (VADs, IABPs, and ECMO) when needed.
  • Assess each surgical case and choose correct equipment and cannula based on patient need and physician preference
  • Assure regulatory requirements are met and continuous quality improvement occurs as evidenced by performing monthly audits of quality control data, quality improvement indicators / thresholds, and documentation of improvements for all aspects of care relating to perfusion
  • Assure daily, adequate supply stock and equipment are ready for use in an emergency
  • Process all remaining blood from the CPB circuit with autologous blood recovery equipment as requested
  • Clinically instruct perfusion students for the University of Iowa Perfusion Technology Program
  • Take call and arrive at hospital within 30 minutes window
  • Function ethically and professionally at all times
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Maintain good Clinical and Professional standing with the ABCP

Education Requirement :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Perfusion Technology; OR
  • Bachelor’s degree with Certification in Perfusion Technology from a CAAHEP cardiovascular perfusion education training program; OR
  • Combination education and experience with Certification in Perfusion Technology from a CAAHEP cardiovascular perfusion education training program.
  • Experience Requirement :

  • Demonstrated knowledge of perfusion theory and associated patient care.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required.
  • Certification / Licensure Requirement :

  • Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) or board eligible in good standing with the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) required. If board-eligible, must obtain CCP within 6 months of start.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required by start.
  • Desired Qualifications :

  • Previous clinical perfusion experience and / or training in an academic medical setting.
  • In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission :

  • Resume
  • Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

    Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential / education verification.

    Schedule : Full-time

    Work Modality Options : On Campus

    Compensation :

  • Starting Salary Minimum : $133,000
  • Contact Information :

  • Contact Name : Jordan Adam
  • Contact Email : jordan-adam@uiowa.edu
  • Equal opportunity / affirmative action employer

    The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

    Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources / Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu.

    J-18808-Ljbffr

    Salary : $133,000

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Perfusion) - UI Heart and Vascular Center Job at Th?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Perfusion) - UI Heart and Vascular Center Job at Th career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $38,829 - $50,718
    Income Estimation: 
    $37,206 - $45,402
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at The University of Iowa

    The University of Iowa
    Hired Organization Address Iowa, IA Full Time
    Posting ID 147793 Department Medicine Administration/Carver College of Medicine Jobcode Temp Professional Employee Worki...
    The University of Iowa
    Hired Organization Address Iowa, IA Full Time
    Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $25,000! The new University of Iowa Health Care No...
    The University of Iowa
    Hired Organization Address Iowa, IA Full Time
    The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Anesthesia is seeking an Academic Clinical Program Management...
    The University of Iowa
    Hired Organization Address Iowa, IA Full Time
    The University of Iowa Parking & Transportation department is seeking a Parking Ambassador. This position will ensures c...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Perfusion) - UI Heart and Vascular Center Job at Th jobs in the Iowa, IA area that may be a better fit.

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!