Perfusionist - Austin, TX

Perfusionist: Heart of the Operation

We are seeking an experienced staff perfusionist to join our SpecialtyCare team in Austin, TX at St. David's Healthcare Network. The team will consist of two (2) area clinical managers, twelve (12) perfusionists, one (1) ECMO coordinator, ten (10) ECMO specialists, and six (6) clinical technicians autotransfusionist supporting nine (9) very talented surgeons. The adults only caseload includes CABGs, valves, VAD, HIPEC, and aortic reconstruction surgeries.

SpecialtyCare is the largest provider of perfusion services in the United States. With our national presence and local professionals, we support 1 in 8 of all heart surgeries in the country. We are the employer of choice for more than 500 perfusion leaders. We support our team members by allocating funds for continuing education, conferences, and dues for professional associations. All of our full-time perfusionists are encouraged to attend conferences and be active participants in state perfusion societies. We also offer a wide range of competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, a matching 401K plan, student loan repayment assistance, paid parking, and a generous PTO plan.

Position requirements

• Graduate of accredited perfusion training program.
• Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) or meets other company requirements as a perfusionist.
• Ability to work on call; must live within 30 minutes from the hospital.

The successful candidate

The successful candidate must bring a high level of ethical, intellectual, professional, and personal values that complement the team and company vision. The following competencies are highly valued:

• Focused on clinical quality and delivering the absolute best results for patients.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a high stress environment necessary.
• Excellent communication skills and basic computer skills are essential.
• Proven self-starter who works well independently and as a part of the OR team.
• Lives the SpecialtyCare values integrity, care, urgency, and improvement.

SpecialtyCare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.