Travel Perfusionist
Greenville, SC
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Perfusionist

Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 4x10 hour shifts; shift times may vary based on need.
• Call: Required, averaging 1 day per week and 2 weekends per contract.
• Special Procedures:

  • Must independently assist with ECMO cannulation for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
  • ECMO transport experience is mandatory.
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced emergent cardiac cases.
• Special Equipment Experience Required:

  • Spectrum pump (mandatory)
  • Terumo system 1
  • Quest MPS 2/3 Cardioplegia
  • ISTAT
  • Centrimag
  • Impella 5.5
  • Bellmont Hyperthermia Kit
  • CardioHelp
  • Angiovac
  • CardioQuip HC
• Work Settings: Cardiovascular OR, General OR, Pediatric CVOR, Pediatric General OR, Trauma Level 1.
• Electronic Medical Record: Minimum 1 year of EPIC experience required.
• Scrubs: Provided by the unit.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Perfusionist, including experience within the last year.
• Completion of at least one travel assignment as a Perfusionist.
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working with adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with EPIC electronic medical records.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required for computer access and must be carried on duty.
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and fingerprinting as applicable.
• Education verification and primary source license verification required.
• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if applicable)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B documentation or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption (not required for remote workers)
• Drug screening within 1 year, updated annually.
• Fit mask/respirator fit test to be completed onsite during orientation.

Orientation and Training

• Completion of online modules within 72 hours of assignment.
• Pass/fail testing (medication and arrhythmia exams) required prior to start.
• Annual competencies and core training exams required.

Additional Notes

• Candidate must be able to work independently and handle emergent situations.
• Must have experience with ECMO transport and Spectrum pump systems.
• This position requires an experienced traveler; first-time travelers will not be accepted.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and professionals considering this Perfusionist travel contract opportunity.