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Baylor Scott & White Health

Perfusionist

Baylor Scott & White Health, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Overview Perfusionist, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas

Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC) is the flagship hospital of Baylor Scott & White Health – North Texas. BUMC is a 914-bed Level 1 Trauma Center and one of the largest hospitals in the Dallas metroplex and the United States. Address: 3500 Gaston Ave, Dallas, TX 75246. Our Perfusion department is growing and relocation assistance is available. BUMC has earned a spot on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospitals list and is recognized as a top regional hospital in the area. Our team members are eligible for benefits Day 1.

Position: FT Perfusion Services - Variable work schedule. Ability to work on Call required.

Responsibilities

Operate extracorporeal circulation equipment during medical situations to support or replace cardiopulmonary, circulatory, or respiratory function.

Select appropriate equipment and techniques for support, treatment, measurement, or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system under physician supervision.

Monitor, analyze, and maintain records of perfusion-related data during surgery.

Monitor sterilization and integrity of disposable equipment and ensure correct setup, operation, and breakdown of equipment.

Monitor cell saver and operate the heart-lung machine, blood gas analysis machine, clotting time/heparin analyzer, and cardiac-assist devices.

Administer drugs and solutions required for extracorporeal circulation in accordance with industry best practices and policies.

Adjust gas flow and mixtures, administer anesthetic agents, blood, drugs, and fluids via the extracorporeal circuit to ensure safe and effective procedures.

Record perfusion information during surgery and maintain records after surgery.

Perform quality control/preventive maintenance to ensure equipment accuracy and longevity; maintain inventory of equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

Education – Bachelor’s degree from an accredited perfusion program.

Experience – 1–2 years of intermediate level perfusion experience preferred; willingness to teach and train cardiology fellows and students during clinical rotations.

Certification/License – Cert Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) and Licensed Perfusionist (PERFUSIO) – Texas Medical Board at time of hire/transfer.

Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS required or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Benefits

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

Employment details

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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