QUALIFICATION:
- Bachelors Degree in Perfusion Technology / Cardiac Perfusion Technology
EXPERIENCE:
- 2 – 3 Years
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Responsibilities
- Operate the heart–lung machine during open-heart and cardiothoracic surgeries.
- Manage cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), myocardial protection, and circulatory support systems.
- Monitor and regulate blood flow, oxygenation, temperature, and anticoagulation during procedures.
- Assist in procedures involving ECMO, IABP, VADs, and other extracorporeal support systems, where applicable.
- Coordinate closely with cardiac surgeons, anesthetists, and OT nursing staff during surgeries.
Pre- and Post-Operative Duties
- Perform pre-operative checks of perfusion equipment and disposables.
- Prepare perfusion circuits and prime systems as per protocol.
- Ensure proper post-operative shutdown, cleaning, and documentation of equipment usage.
Equipment & Safety
- Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot perfusion-related equipment.
- Ensure compliance with infection control, biomedical waste management, and safety protocols.
- Maintain adequate inventory of consumables related to perfusion services.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate perfusion records, logs, and patient data as per hospital and NABH standards.
- Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical meetings.
Training & Professional Development
- Support training of junior perfusionists or OT staff, when required.
- Stay updated with advancements in perfusion technology and best practices.
The role may require on-call duties and emergency support as and when needed and on a case to case basis
Any other work/responsibility assigned by the HOD/Management in the course of business/work whether within the same unit/dept or any other unit/dept from time to time.
