About the role
Staff Perfusionist
Strata Critical Recovery (formerly Keystone Perfusion) is seeking a Full-Time Staff Perfusionist to join our team at Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Dover, Delaware. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing cardiac surgery program with a strong sense of collaboration, clinical excellence, and professional support.
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus is a leading regional medical center delivering advanced cardiovascular care in a modern, patient-centered facility. Dover offers a welcoming community, excellent schools, and convenient access to both Philadelphia and the Delaware beaches.
The program averages about 200 open-heart procedures per year, including CABG and valve repair/replacement, with minimal ECMO support. There are no transplant or VAD cases at this site.
Location: In-Person at the Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Dover, Delaware Compensation: $155,000 – $180,000 depending on experience Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Days/Nights/Call
Clinical Setting • Surgical Services • Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory • Intensive Care or Cardiovascular Intensive Care Units • Other hospital areas requiring emergent bypass support
Supervision Structure • Direct Supervision: Physician performing the procedure & On-site Manager of Perfusion Services • Indirect Supervision: Regional Perfusion Manager & Keystone Executive Leadership
Key Responsibilities • Operate and manage extracorporeal circulation systems • Support procedures involving ECMO, IABP, autotransfusion, hemofiltration, and blood gas analysis • Administer medications, blood products, and anesthetic agents via the extracorporeal circuit • Maintain detailed and accurate documentation in patient medical records • Collaborate with surgical, anesthesia, and ICU teams to optimize patient outcomes • Support patient resuscitation and emergency interventions as required • Maintain equipment logs and conduct routine checks to ensure readiness • Participate in ongoing education, quality assurance, and research initiatives
Benefits • 401(k): Company contribution • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Account • Company-Paid Life Insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) • CME Reimbursement
Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or higher • Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program • Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) or board eligilbel • American Heart Association or Red Cross health care provider BLS Certification
Desired Skills & Attributes • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Competency across a full range of perfusion procedures • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team • Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with documentation habits • Commitment to safety, compliance, and professionalism • Willingness to participate in professional development and continuous improvement
Additional Responsibilities • Maintain inventory and ensure readiness of perfusion-related supplies and disposables • Support hospital initiatives related to blood management and quality improvement • Participate in monthly department meetings and Keystone educational programs
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