Perfusionist

Advocate Aurora Health

. Provide perfusion services for cardiovascular and thoracic surgery procedures .

Posted 10/13/2026part-timeMilwaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68 - $102 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing perfusion services for cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, with a strong focus on ECMO coverage and support for various surgical procedures. Holds relevant certifications and a solid educational background in Cardiovascular Technology.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Perfusionist LicenseClinical Perfusionist Certification (CCP)Bachelor's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology3 Years of Experience in Pumping Perfusion CasesECMO Coverage

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Hard Skills

Perfusion ServicesCardiopulmonary ProceduresRapid InfusionCardioplegia AdministrationHemoconcentrationHemodiafiltrationCABG ProceduresHeart TransplantsTAVR ProceduresHIPEC Procedures

Certifications & Qualifications

Perfusionist License (Wisconsin)Clinical Perfusionist Certification (CCP)

Industry Keywords

Cardiovascular SurgeryThoracic SurgeryECMOAurora St. Luke’s Medical CenterAurora Grafton Medical Center

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide perfusion services for cardiovascular and thoracic surgery procedures
Support fluctuating volumes, program needs, and coverage for regular team member time off
Provide predominantly ECMO coverage
Cover Aurora St. Luke’s and Aurora Grafton Medical Centers
Perform services for CABGs, valves, heart transplants, TAVRs, HIPEC, Angiovac, and ECMO procedures
Perform rapid infusion, cardioplegia administration, hemoconcentration, hemodiafiltration, and perfusion
Work with a team supporting seven surgeons

Requirements

What you’ll need

Perfusionist license issued by the state of Wisconsin
Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) certification issued by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Cardiovascular Technology
Typically requires 3 years of experience in pumping perfusion cases
Ability to support cardiopulmonary procedures including ECMO coverage
Availability for variable scheduling, including call, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career development and well-being programs