Travel Perfusionist
Monroe, LA
Sunbelt Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

Cardiovascular Perfusionist

• 12 week contract
• Day Shift
• 6:30-3p with call
• Monroe, LA

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required
• Graduate of an accredited Perfusion Technology program (CAAHEP-accredited preferred)

Certification

• Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) through the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
• Must be in active status and in good standing

Experience

• Minimum 1–2 years of recent clinical perfusion experience preferred
• Experience in adult cardiac surgery required
• Prior experience in a high-volume cardiac surgery program preferred

Clinical Competencies

• Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) management
• ECMO initiation, management, and troubleshooting (if applicable)
• Cell saver / autotransfusion
• Hemodynamic monitoring and blood gas analysis
• Myocardial protection techniques
• Anticoagulation management and ACT monitoring
• Equipment setup, calibration, and troubleshooting
• Emergency response during cardiac procedures

Certifications (Required)

• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA)
• ECMO specialist training or certification

Technical & Systems Knowledge

• Familiarity with perfusion equipment and heart–lung machines
• Knowledge of electronic medical records
• Compliance with infection control and patient safety standards

Physical & Professional Requirements

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and lift perfusion equipment
• Comfortable working in high-stress, time-sensitive surgical environments
• Strong communication skills with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and OR staff
• Willingness to take call, nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Compliance & Documentation

• Ability to maintain accurate perfusion records
• Compliance with hospital policies, Joint Commission standards, and state regulations
• Up-to-date immunizations and occupational health clearance