Perfusionist-Part Time
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7330908 (Ref:24957-en_US)
Posted: May 9, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an experienced perfusionist to support its large animal surgery research lab. The ideal candidate will be comfortable performing cardiopulmonary perfusion services on bovine and ovine models in collaboration with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and surgeons. This role will be on an as-needed basis, typically 3-4 times per month, but may be more or less frequent depending on the requirements of each study.
This position is located at the Texas Heart Institute in the Texas Medical Center.
Job Duties
- Maintains and operates a cardiopulmonary pump during invasive cardiovascular procedures on animal models.
- Sets up and operate the heart-lung machine to assume the function of organs during surgery.
- Ensures that supplies and equipment are always readily available.
- May administer medications through the bypass circuit as directed by a veterinarian or physician.
- Operates equipment to achieve bypass, coronary perfusion, recirculation or partial bypass, or to alter blood content, temperature or balance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and completion of an accredited Perfusionist Technology program.
- Two years of relevant experience.
- Licensed Perfusionist (LP) by the State of Texas Medical Board (TMB). Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP).
Work Authorization Requirement:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
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