Perfusionist

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Job Description

Job Description: 

Main duties and responsibilities:

  • Operate and manage the heart-lung (cardiopulmonary bypass) machine during cardiac surgeries
  • Connect patients to the extracorporeal circulation system
  • Maintain and monitor circulation, oxygenation, and vital functions while the heart and lungs are temporarily stopped
  • Closely monitor parameters such as blood pressure, temperature, blood gases, and oxygen levels
  • Adjust machine settings to ensure patient stability throughout the procedure
  • Collaborate closely with the cardiac surgery team

Job Requirements: 

Education

  • Certification/qualification as a Perfusionist (Extracorporeal Circulation Specialist)
  • Excellent command of the English language

Work Experience

  • Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant professional experience
  • Background in nursing or experience in cardiac surgery settings will be considered an advantage
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
Job Benefits: 
  • Provident Fund
  • 13th salary
  • 24 days of annual leave
  • €500 housing allowance
  • 3 days of employer-paid sick leave
  • Compensation for Sundays and public holidays at a 1:2 ratio
  • Work includes on-call duties and scheduled cases

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