Submission for the position: Graduate Perfusionist

Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano, TX Address: 1100 Allied Dr, Plano, TX 75093

We are a high-volume, adult-only cardiac specialty hospital with 10 operating rooms and over 2,000 cardiac cases annually. We do not perform transplants. As part of our ongoing expansion, new satellite facilities are opening in Dallas and Frisco within the next 6 to 24 months.

We are currently hiring:

• 1 Perfusionist for our Plano location

• 2 Perfusionists for immediate placement at our Dallas facility

Each site will have dedicated staff, with plans to establish a float pool to support vacation coverage across locations.

Our Plano campus also hosts a Perfusion School, where all staff serve as clinical instructors. Candidates with 1-2 years of experience are preferred.

Education - Bachelor's degree from an accredited Perfusion program required

Certification/License: Must have Cert Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) and Licensed Perfusionist (PERFUSIO) - Texas Medical Board at time of hire/transfer

Call: Must be present/onsite within 30 minutes of call.


Variable Work Schedule: Must be available Monday - Friday with rotating weekends and holidays.


More Reasons to Join Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital

As the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White Health includes 52 hospitals, more than 900 patient care sites, more than 6,000 active physicians, more than 50,000 employees and the Scott & White Health Plan

This year, 2025-2026, 20 of our hospitals are recognized in US News Best Hospitals and Best Regional Hospitals Prairies & Lakes


- more than any other not-for-profit health system in Texas.


BSW Heart - Plano: Named a Best Specialty Hospital

BSW Heart - Plano: #30 in Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery


BSW Heart - Dallas (BHVH): High performing in one specialty: Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery

Our high-performing common procedures and conditions include:

BSW - Plano: Leukemia, Lymphoma & Myeloma; Stroke

BSW Heart - Plano: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair; Aortic Valve Surgery; Congestive Heart Failure; Heart Arrhythmia; Heart Attack; Heart Bypass Surgery; Lung Cancer Surgery; Pacemaker Implantation; Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

BSW Heart - Dallas (BHVH): Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair; Heart Arrhythmia; Heart Attack; Pacemaker Implantation; Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)J

The Perfusionist Graduate, under the direction of a supervising Perfusionist, receives training on how to provide patient care in the form of operation of the extracorporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or replace a person?s cardiopulmonary, circulatory, or respiratory function. Selects the appropriate equipment and techniques necessary for support, treatment, measurement, or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system of a patient, including the safe monitoring, analysis, and treatment of physiologic conditions under an order and under the supervision of a physician.

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 Graduate Perfusionist, guided by a supervising Perfusionist, learns to operate extracorporeal circulation equipment. This is done during medical situations requiring support or replacement of cardiopulmonary, circulatory, or respiratory functions. The Perfusionist selects the right equipment and techniques for treatment or support. This includes monitoring, examining, and treating physiologic conditions under a physician's order and supervision.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Receives training to monitor the altered circulatory process. Learns to initiate action when abnormalities arise. Keeps the surgeon and other personnel fully informed.
• Receives training to ensure the sterility and integrity of disposable equipment packaging. Also learns the correct setup and breakdown of all equipment.
• Receives training to monitor the cell saver and operate the heart-lung machine, blood gas examination machine, clotting time/heparin analyzer, and cardiac-assist devices.
• Receives training to mix and administer drugs and solutions for myocardial preservation. Follows industry best practices and established policies and procedures.
• Receives training on adjusting gas flow and mixtures. Learns to administer anesthetic agents, blood, drugs, and fluids via the extracorporeal circuit safely and effectively.
• Receives education on recording relevant perfusion information during surgery and learns how to examine and maintain records after surgery.
• Receives training on performing 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 diseases, defects and congenital anomalies.
• Knowledge of sterile and perfusion supplies: extracorporeal oxygenators, tubing circuits, and cannulae for adults, pediatric and infants.
• Knowledge of arteries, veins, organs, and blood flow paths in the body. Understanding pressures and gas exchange for adult, pediatric, and infant patients.
• Knowledge of blood components, plasma composition, and use of blood products with extracorporeal circuits and devices.
• Skill in operating extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow orders, take directions, and implement written perfusion protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively during operation of extracorporeal support devices and providing patient care.
• Learn and apply regulatory and accreditation standards for operating room procedures and departmental policies.
• Work and cooperate flexibly while learning patient care delivery. Demonstrate 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 - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Perfusionist Provisional (PERFPROV): A Provisional Perfusionist license is required. The Texas Medical Board issues it within six months of graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program.