The Sr. Perfusionist performs extracorporeal support for adult patients with congenital or acquired cardiovascular orders. This role provides monitoring, interpretation and intervention. Performs functions necessary for the support treatment, measurement or supplementation of cardiovascular system, circulatory system with or without the oxygenation circuit, or any combination of those activities described in the Department of Consumer Affairs, Medical Board of California including Heart-lung machine, counterpulsation, ventricular assistance, blood conversation techniques, myocardial and organ preservation, and extracorporeal life support.
Administers pharmacological and therapeutic agents, blood products, or anesthetic agents through the extracorporeal circuit or intravenous line as ordered by a physician or surgeon. Performs blood chemistry analysis and physiologic monitoring including blood gas and blood chemistry, anticoagulation and hemostasis, thermal regulation, and other physiological indicators. Evaluates signs and symptoms and implements changes based on observed abnormalities according to protocol. Ensures and prepares equipment and specialty items for each procedure.
Under a direct order or as prescribed by a licensed physician, a perfusionist may induce hypothermia/hyperthermia, conduct hemodilution, concentration or filtration, administer medications or blood products. A perfusionist is part of the CVOR team and works collaboratively to facilitate patient/procedure flow. Acts as a patient advocate in all ethical and legal aspects. Decontaminates and cleans perfusion related equipment to guidelines. Documents care in the medical records and database. Completes perfusion pre-procedure check-list.
Collaborates and assists in planning, developing departmental goals, development and training needs. Expands scientific base by initiating review or literature, disseminating recent innovations and research findings relevant to specialty and patient outcomes. Ability to respond to on-call requirements within 30 minutes.
As a Sr. Perfusionist, serves as a resource to others during complex case set-up and performance. Acts a mentor to all members of the perfusion team. Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEducation and Experience
Completion and graduation from a CAAHEP accredited school of cardiovascular perfusion. Section 2592 (a) (b)
Five to 10 years of experience performing at least 40 perfusion cases per year preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate discipline preferred
License Required
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License Preferred
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Certifications Required
- ABCP: Cardiovascular Perfusionists - Certification, or certification eligible, by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (Certification must be achieved within 24 months of start date.)
- BLS: AHA Basic Life Support
Certifications Preferred
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Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.
For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.
Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.
Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.
To learn more about Hoag’s awards and accreditations, visit: https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/.
Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.
Skills Required
- Completion and graduation from a CAAHEP accredited school of cardiovascular perfusion
- ABCP Cardiovascular Perfusion certification or certification-eligible (must achieve certification within 24 months of start date)
- BLS AHA Basic Life Support
- Ability to respond to on-call requirements within 30 minutes
- Five to ten years experience performing at least 40 perfusion cases per year
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline
- Current California RN license
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, and wellness programs are extensive, with additions like FSAs and pet insurance. These offerings are presented as comprehensive and a meaningful component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays and sick time, and parental leave feature prominently. These time-off provisions are described as supportive of work-life balance across roles, including fellowship programs.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Tuition reimbursement, continuing education stipends, certification bonuses, and a clinical ladder link development to higher pay and broader involvement. Promote-from-within practices further connect performance and growth to compensation over time.
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