Cardiac Perfusionist in Syracuse, NY - $4K+ Weekly at Trusted Nurse Staffing, LLC

Location: Syracuse, New York, 13203
Category: Advanced Practice Providers

Employment Type: Locum/Full Time
Shift: Day Shift

Position Summary: Our client is seeking a skilled Cardiac Perfusionist to join our team in Syracuse, NY. Under the direction of a cardiac surgeon, the Cardiac Perfusionist sets up and maintains the heart-lung machine and monitors patients during open heart surgical procedures. This role provides essential technical and clinical support to the perioperative care team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain the heart-lung machine during cardiac surgeries.
• Monitor patient s physiological parameters throughout the procedure.
• Provide technical and clinical support to the surgical team.
• Participate in patient care planning and team discussions.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of perfusion.
• NYS perfusion licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• Commitment to ongoing education and skills maintenance in specific areas of expertise.

Special Equipment, Skills, and Requirements:

• Manual dexterity and ability to handle mechanical equipment and instruments.
• Ability to work in high-risk environments with exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials.

Work Environment and Hazards:

• OSHA Category I: Exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
• Risk of exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials.
• Regular exposure to situations that could cause moderate to serious injury or illness.

Physical Demands:

• Moderate physical activity including pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, standing, walking, stooping, and reaching.

Work Contact Group:

• Patients, employees, cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, and operating room staff.

Supervised By:

• Cardiac Surgery Section Chief, Director of Surgical Services, and Perfusion Coordinator.