Chief Perfusionist

Chief Perfusionist

Awesome Chief Perfusion Opportunity in Columbus, Georgia!

Altamar Cardiovascular is seeking a Chief Perfusionist to lead our team in Columbus, Georgia! This position requires a dependable, highly motivated candidate with excellent communication and clinical skills who can advise and participate in decisions as a team player. The work is fast-paced, demanding, and above-all, extremely rewarding. This individual will join a team of 3 total perfusionists performing around 250 cardiac procedures (including TAVR's). This perfusion team supports 3 extremely talented surgeons with a phenomenal work culture and excellent work/life balance!

Location, Location, Location

Columbus offers the best of both worlds: an affordable, welcoming community with the career opportunities and amenities of a growing regional city. Enjoy the Chattahoochee River, miles of trails and outdoor recreation, a lively Uptown district, local arts and culture, great restaurants, and a cost of living that leaves more room in your budget. With major employers, a growing economy and Atlanta within easy reach, Columbus is a place where you can build a career—and put down roots.

More about Columbus:

Your money goes further. Current estimates put Columbus' cost of living below the national average, with housing particularly affordable relative to many U.S. metros.

The Chattahoochee River is a major lifestyle asset. The RiverWalk provides miles of opportunities for walking, running and cycling, while the city's whitewater course gives Columbus a surprisingly adventurous side.

There's more culture than people might expect. Columbus has the Springer Opera House, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, museums, historic neighborhoods and a revitalized Uptown/downtown district.

It's a great fit for families and young professionals. The city's average age is about 35, and local sources specifically highlight its appeal to young families.

There's a substantial economic base. Columbus has major employers and industries spanning insurance, financial services, manufacturing, aerospace and the military, with Fort Benning being a major regional institution.

It's big enough without feeling overwhelming. Columbus is Georgia's second-largest city, but it offers shorter commutes and a more manageable pace than Atlanta.

Outdoor recreation is genuinely distinctive. Columbus combines the river, parks, trails and whitewater recreation with a warm climate.

Atlanta is within reach. Columbus is roughly 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, so residents can access a major international city without having to live in its traffic and housing market.

Why Altamar?

Altamar (formerly PDC) is a clinician owned and operated company. Our perfusionists believe in providing the best care during their perfusion services. We put patients first, but we are also proud of the work we have put into the practice of perfusion, and as such our team is committed to applying the best clinical practices into our partners' ORs throughout the nation. When you work with Altamar, you work for a team who believes in providing the best quality of care and with the best perfusion experience the industry can provide.

***Candidate must have graduated from an accredited American school and be American Board certified.***

Altamar Cardiovascular Staffing Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• Relocation reimbursement
• Paid vacation
• 401K plan with company match
• Incentives and bonuses for travel and additional opportunities
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance w/ voluntary life option
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Professional liability insurance

Requirements

Candidates should also possess the following:

1. Ability to adapt to a challenging clinical environment.
2. Must possess good communication and troubleshooting skills.
3. Must be able to practice evidence-based medicine; also to advise and participate in clinical decisions with a team approach.
4. Experience with blood management is preferred.
5. Must be willing to relocate to Columbus, Georgia or the immediate surrounding area.

We are interested in a long-term relationship ONLY for this position.

Estimated Compensation Range

$165,000-$180,000+ per year based on skills, experience and possible bonus opportunities

Serious inquires only please.