Graduate Perfusionist

Perfusionist, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas

GRAUDATE PERFUSIONIST WELCOME!

Baylor University Medical Center - BUMC, serves as the flagship hospital of Baylor Scott & White Health – North Texas.  Baylor Scott & White Health includes 52 hospitals, more than 900 patient care sites, more than 6,000 active physicians, more than 52,000 employees and the Scott & White Health Plan.    BUMC is a 914 bed Level 1 Trauma Center making it one of the largest hospitals in the Dallas metroplex  area and one of the largest in the United States.  Address: Dallas 3500 Gaston Ave, Dallas, TX 75246

Our Perfusion department is growing and we have relocation assistance available

We’re so proud to share that Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC) has earned a spot on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospitals list—for an impressive 33rd consecutive year—standing proudly among 20 Baylor Scott & White facilities!
Once again, we’re ranked #2 in DFW, #3 in Texas and we’re named as a Best Regional Hospital in DFW.
High performing in specialties, which are honors earned for being among the top 10% in the nation for Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 
We’re also a #1 Teaching hospital with cardiovascular residency programs performing a wide variety of complex cardiac cases. 
Baylor University Medical Center Dallas, TX 450021 made The Watson Health 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals 2022 for Teaching hospitals with cardiovascular residency programs
Our Team Members are eligible for benefits Day – 1!
 

FT Perfusion Services  - Variable work schedule  Ability to work on Call required

Education –  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Perfusion program required
Certification/License: Must have the following at time of hire/transfer -  Cert Clinical Perfusionist (CCP)  and Licensed Perfusionist (PERFUSION) -  Texas Medical Board 
 

The Perfusionist provides patient care in the form of operation of the extracorporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to help or replace a person's cardiopulmonary, circulatory, or respiratory function.  

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Graduate Perfusionist, guided by a supervising Perfusionist, learns to operate extracorporeal circulation equipment. This is done during medical situations requiring support or replacement of cardiopulmonary, circulatory, or respiratory functions. The Perfusionist selects the right equipment and techniques for treatment or support. This includes monitoring, examining, and treating physiologic conditions under a physician's order and supervision.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Receives training to monitor the altered circulatory process. Learns to initiate action when abnormalities arise. Keeps the surgeon and other personnel fully informed.
• Receives training to ensure the sterility and integrity of disposable equipment packaging. Also learns the correct setup and breakdown of all equipment.
• Receives training to monitor the cell saver and operate the heart-lung machine, blood gas examination machine, clotting time/heparin analyzer, and cardiac-assist devices.
• Receives training to mix and administer drugs and solutions for myocardial preservation. Follows industry best practices and established policies and procedures.
• Receives training on adjusting gas flow and mixtures. Learns to administer anesthetic agents, blood, drugs, and fluids via the extracorporeal circuit safely and effectively.
• Receives education on recording relevant perfusion information during surgery and learns how to examine and maintain records after surgery.
• Receives training on performing quality control/preventive maintenance to ensure accuracy and longevity of equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, chemistry and biology.
• Knowledge of several cardiac diseases, defects and congenital anomalies.
• Knowledge of sterile and perfusion supplies: extracorporeal oxygenators, tubing circuits, and cannulae for adults, pediatric and infants.
• Knowledge of arteries, veins, organs, and blood flow paths in the body. Understanding pressures and gas exchange for adult, pediatric, and infant patients.
• Knowledge of blood components, plasma composition, and use of blood products with extracorporeal circuits and devices.
• Skill in operating extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow orders, take directions, and implement written perfusion protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively during operation of extracorporeal support devices and providing patient care.
• Learn and apply regulatory and accreditation standards for operating room procedures and departmental policies.
• Work and cooperate flexibly while learning patient care delivery. Demonstrate a cohesive team approach.
• Ability to react calmly in stressful situations.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

(QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Perfusionist Provisional (PERFPROV): A Provisional Perfusionist license is required. The Texas Medical Board issues it within six months of graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program.