PERFUSIONIST

Position Overview

At UT Southwestern—with over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas—our world-renowned medical and research center is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in the region, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development, a highly competitive benefits package, and a culture of teamwork and professionalism. This role works under general supervision to provide support, treatment, measurement, and/or supplementation of a patient’s cardiopulmonary and circulatory function.

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with physicians on equipment selection and techniques during procedures.
• Set up the heart-lung machine for surgeons and operate bypass equipment.
• Prepare life support systems as dictated by the cardiac surgery staff.
• Conduct bypasses for heart surgeries and liver transplants.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine functionality checks.
• Research special topics and unusual cases to provide current and effective treatment.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies.
• Assist with laboratory research projects.
• Provide in-services for students and residents.
• Administer medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents via extracorporeal circuits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an allied health field, perfusion, or related scientific field and graduation from an accredited Perfusion program.
• No prior experience required.
• Must be American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Certified upon hire or eligible for certification.
• Must have Perfusion licensure by the Texas Medical Board or meet requirements to obtain licensure upon hire.
• (BLS) Basic Life Support certification through a course accredited by the American Heart Association upon hire.
• (ACLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification through a course accredited by the American Heart Association upon hire.

Benefits & Perks

• PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay.
• Paid Time Off available day one.
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer.

Security & EEO Statement

Security: This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.