Travel Perfusionist
Hartford, CT
Bestica
5x8 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

11376153 

Licensure & Certifications:

• Current State of Connecticut Perfusion License
• Current ABCP Certification
• Current BLS Certification

Schedule Structure

The team follows a 13-person rotation with equal distribution of:

• Morning Shifts: 0600–1430
• Afternoon Shifts: 1400–2230
• Call Shifts: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd call (weekday and weekend)
  • Call shifts are 24 hours (0600–0600)

• Key Responsibilities

• Provide perfusion support for elective and STAT adult open-heart procedures, including:
  CABG, AVR, MVR, Aortic Repairs, AngioVac, Heart Transplants, ECMO, and acute VADs.
• Provide perfusion support for non-cardiac procedures such as:
  Liver Transplants, HIPEC, ECMO (VV), and Autologous Blood Recovery.
• Provide perfusion support for cardiac support devices, including:
  IABP, Impella (CP, 5.5, RP Flex), ProTek Duo, ECMO (VA), CentriMag, and HeartMate 3.
• Safely conduct all responsibilities within perfusion scope of practice, adhering to hospital and departmental guidelines.
• Administer medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents under physician supervision.
• Perform equipment maintenance, safety checks, and required documentation.
• Adjust therapy in consultation with attending physicians as needed.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and proficiency with all accessory devices and procedures.
• Participate in ordering supplies, revising policies and procedures, performance improvement, and staff education.
• Support colleagues and hospital personnel to ensure high-quality patient care and positive interdepartmental collaboration.
• Uphold hospital standards by demonstrating courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, professionalism, and a positive attitude in all interactions.