Job Description

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.