What are the responsibilities and job description for the Perfusionist position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
Bring your perfusion expertise to the moments when precision, clinical judgment, and exceptional teamwork matter most.
At UVA Health, Perfusionists are essential partners in delivering sophisticated cardiovascular care. This opportunity places you alongside an experienced, multidisciplinary cardiac team supporting patients with complex surgical and circulatory needs, including cardiac surgery, transplantation, ventricular assist devices and other complex care pathways.
The Role
As a Perfusionist, you will bring specialized knowledge of extracorporeal circulation, cardiovascular physiology, and mechanical support to a high-acuity clinical environment. You will work closely with cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other cardiovascular specialists, providing the vigilance and technical expertise required when every clinical decision matters.
Your work will include:
- Providing cardiopulmonary bypass and perfusion support for cardiac surgical procedures.
- Preparing, operating, and managing perfusion equipment and related technologies according to established clinical standards.
- Collaborating closely with the surgical and anesthesia teams to support safe, coordinated care throughout complex procedures.
- Contributing perfusion expertise to a cardiac program whose capabilities include coronary artery bypass surgery, valve repair and replacement, aortic surgery, heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices, and complex cardiac surgery.
- Supporting an environment where communication, precision, readiness, and multidisciplinary teamwork directly influence patient care.
Whether you are an experienced perfusionistor new graduate, this is an opportunity to practice in an environment where your expertise is not simply technical support. You are an integral clinical partner within the cardiac surgical team.
Why UVA Health
At UVA Health, you can bring your expertise to an academic cardiac surgery program providing advanced care for patients with complex cardiovascular disease. UVA's cardiac surgical capabilities include coronary revascularization, valve surgery, complex aortic procedures, heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices, adult congenital cardiac surgery, complex reoperations, and ECMO support for advanced heart and lung failure.
This breadth creates a compelling environment for perfusion professionals who want to remain challenged, work collaboratively, and contribute meaningfully to sophisticated cardiovascular care.
- Be part of advanced cardiac care. Work alongside highly specialized clinicians whose expertise encompasses cardiac surgery, advanced heart failure, transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support.
- Practice where your expertise has visible impact. Perfusionists are essential participants in highly coordinated procedures where physiology, technology, and rapid clinical decision-making converge.
- Work within academic medicine. UVA Health brings patient care together with research, education, surgical quality improvement, and the development of future clinicians.
- Collaborate across disciplines. The complexity of the cardiac program creates opportunities to work closely with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, nurses, advanced practice providers, and cardiovascular specialists.
- Build your career around meaningful complexity. For perfusionists drawn to challenging cases and advanced therapies, UVA Health offers an environment where specialized knowledge is put to meaningful use.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
If you are looking for a perfusion opportunity that combines clinical complexity, sophisticated cardiac care, academic medicine, and true multidisciplinary partnership, UVA Health offers a place to bring your experience and continue advancing your practice.
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville:
Charlottesville offers a distinctive balance for healthcare professionals who want a rewarding career without giving up quality of life. Set near the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides convenient access to hiking, cycling, running, wineries, and year-round outdoor recreation while offering a vibrant food, arts, music, and university community. Charlottesville combines the energy and cultural resources of a university town with the accessibility and natural beauty of Central Virginia, making it an appealing place to build a career, put down roots, and enjoy life outside the hospital.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited program in Perfusion required.
Experience: None required.
Licensure: Certified to practice as a Perfusionist by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion; if new grad certified within four exam offerings and within 24 months of hire date. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, climbing (ladder, steps) and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, fumes, heat, noise, cold, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $146,868.80 - $234,998.40 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and Education Support
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Salary : $146,869 - $234,998