Perfusionist (Certified)

Job Description

Overview

Under the general direction of the Manager of Respiratory Therapy and Perfusion, and clinically on a daily basis the Operating Surgeon and Anaesthetist, and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values, and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital, the Staff Perfusionist is responsible for setting up, operating and dismantling heart-lung machine and related equipment; providing instruction for Perfusionist Students, and general orientation for other health care professionals in regard to the basics of Cardiac Surgery requiring the use of CPB and/or other relevant equipment; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Job Details

• Location: Winnipeg
• Employer: St. Boniface Hospital
• Site: St. Boniface Hospital
• Department / Unit: Perfusion Staff
• Job Stream: Clinical
• Union: MAHCP
• FTE: 1.00
• Anticipated Shift: Days; Standby coverage as required
• Work Arrangement: In Person
• Daily Hours Worked: 8.00
• Annual Base Hours: 2080
• Salary: $62,481; $64,337; $66,242; $68,255; $70,283
• Posting End Date: September 4, 2025
• Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and dismantle heart-lung machine and related equipment.
• Provide instruction for Perfusionist Students.
• Provide general orientation for other health care professionals regarding the basics of Cardiac Surgery requiring CPB and related equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience

• Previous perfusion experience an asset.

Education

• Graduate of an Accredited Cardiovascular Perfusion Program.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Certified by the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion or Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to interact well with health care professionals at all levels.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Adapts readily to various types of clinical situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with technical problems that may arise.
• Mature, professional manner.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Additional Information

• This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective bargaining agreement.
• This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. A security check is current if obtained no more than six (6) months prior to start of employment.
• Interviewed candidates may be asked to participate in a skills assessment.
• Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Legal and Diversity

St. Boniface Hospital is committed to empowering a workforce that welcomes and celebrates diversity by fostering culturally safe places for all employees. We strive to celebrate our diverse workforce and the outstanding work we do every day.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care