Perfusionist
SpecialtyCare
Kingsport, TN
5x8 hrs
$180K-240K/yearOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Continuing Education
- Employee assistance programs
- Vision benefits
- Discount program
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Medical benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Heart of the Operation
We are seeking a New Grad or Experienced
Staff Perfusionist to join our SpecialtyCare team in Kingsport, TN. The team will consist of five (5) Perfusionists and (2) Clinical Technicians – Autotransfusionist supporting four (4) very talented surgeons. The adults only caseload includes CABGs and valves.
Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with just 25% call!
Kingsport, Tennessee
offers the perfect blend of scenic beauty, affordability, and small town charm with modern conveniences. Nestled in the beautiful Appalachian Highlands, the area is known for its stunning mountain views, outdoor adventures, and welcoming community atmosphere. Residents enjoy hiking, biking, lakes, and parks, along with a vibrant downtown featuring local restaurants, breweries, and family friendly events. Kingsport also provides a lower cost of living, excellent schools, and easy access to nearby cities like Johnson City and Bristol, making it a wonderful place to build both a career and a lifestyle.
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.
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Employer
SpecialtyCare
Start Your Journey with SpecialtyCare
Our versatile experts assist in a broad range of surgeries in ORs across the country, but one of the constants we see is the deep responsibility physicians feel for their procedures’ success and their patients’ health.
Surgeons invest so much of themselves in their work, that it is only right they have a highly trained, capable, and trustworthy team by their side.
Surgeons need integrated specialists who fully understand their methods and preferences. They need equipment that is perfectly prepped and ready every single time. They need people in the room pushing themselves just as hard as they are to deliver excellence day in and day out. That’s why we work with and train the best in perfusion, IONM, ECMO, surgical assist, minimally invasive surgical support, deep brain stimulation, and more. Discover rewarding roles in allied healthcare that offer growth, development, and the chance to positively impact lives every day.
About Kingsport, TN
- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 85°F, average low: 63°F.
- Winter average high: 47°F, average low: 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local real estate agencies and online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Fairly diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries and museums, music festivals, minor league sports, and access to outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.