Perfusionist

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Perfusionist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will operate and manage sophisticated cardiopulmonary bypass equipment during cardiac, thoracic, and transplant surgeries, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Your expertise will support surgical teams by providing precise blood flow management, monitoring vital physiological parameters, and maintaining sterile techniques throughout complex procedures.

This position supports the third-largest healthcare system in the U.S. and comes with a highly competitive salary, excellent benefits, a sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance.

Duties

• Operate and monitor medical perfusion equipment during cardiothoracic and transplant surgeries, ensuring proper functioning throughout procedures
• Prepare and manage inventory of perfusion supplies, including DME (durable medical equipment), IV infusion systems, and pharmacological agents
• Assist surgical teams with cardiopulmonary bypass setup, including conventional cardiopulmonary bypass techniques and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) management
• Collect and analyze patient data such as vital signs, blood gases, and physiological parameters to optimize perfusion strategies
• Maintain strict infection control protocols and aseptic techniques to prevent contamination during procedures
• Administer medications via injection or infusion with precision, adhering to medical terminology and pharmacology guidelines
• Support patient care by monitoring intraoperative physiological responses and adjusting perfusion parameters accordingly
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to ensure seamless intraoperative workflow
• Document all procedural details accurately in patient records for clinical outcome improvement and compliance purposes

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and cardiovascular surgery procedures
• Proficiency in medical equipment operation including heart-lung machines, patient monitoring systems, and catheterization tools
• Strong analysis skills for interpreting blood gases, vital signs, and other physiological data
• Experience with pediatric and adult perfusion techniques for diverse surgical cases
• Skilled in venipuncture, IV insertion, medication administration, and cell salvage procedures
• Familiarity with infection control practices and sterile processing standards
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in critical & intensive care settings within hospital environments
• Excellent collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary surgical teams during complex procedures
• Knowledge of transplant surgery assistance protocols and intraoperative blood management strategies
• Competence in inventory management—tracking supplies like DME, pharmacological agents, and consumables—ensuring availability for all procedures

About Comprehensive Care Services:

CCS supports cardiac surgery programs across the U.S. and internationally, performing more than 60,000 cardiac procedures annually. The company operates in 27 states through 327 hospital partnerships, with its national headquarters in Plymouth, Michigan, and European headquarters outside Düsseldorf, Germany.

Business Impact

Grew intraoperative neuromonitoring from 2,700 cases to 20,000 in three years

Took independent autotransfusion volume from about 3,000 procedures to 37,000

Built the biologics service line (PRP and stem cell collection) from about 1,500 cases to 11,000

13.9% CAGR growth over the past fifteen years with 33 acquisitions

2019 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year
Award (Great Lakes Region)

Community Impact
Founded a perfusion training partnership with Lawrence Technological University to build the next generation of clinicians

Holds patents on devices developed to improve day-to-day perfusion practice

CCS actively supports the National Guard and has received the ESGR Pro Patria Award in recognition of exceptional support of employees who are in the National Guard

Pay: $95,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person