What is a Perfusionist
Operates HeartLung Bypass Machines And Manages Cardiopulmonary Support During Cardiac Surgery And Extracorporeal Therapies | Requires Specialized Perfusion Training And Clinical Internship.
Perfusionist Core Duties
Manage Cardiopulmonary Bypass And Extracorporeal Circuits | Monitor Anticoagulation And Perfusion Parameters | Troubleshoot Equipment And Support Surgical Teams | Document Perfusion Records And Participate In QA.
Perfusionist Education Requirements
Specialized Perfusion Training Following A Degree In Related Health Science With Clinical Internship
Perfusionist License and Accreditation Agency
CAAHEP | Relevant Perfusion Accreditor
Perfusionist Program Length
12 to 36 Months
Perfusionist Salary Min and Max
$70000 to $120000
Perfusionist Work Settings
Cardiac Surgery Centers | Hospitals | Specialty Surgical Suites
Perfusionist Key Skills
Cardiopulmonary Bypass Management | Anticoagulation Monitoring | Equipment Troubleshooting
Look for These Programs
Perfusion Programs At Institutions Such As Medical University Of South Carolina