Cardiothoracic Surgery
Job ID: HL-SC-TRAVEL
Travel Perfusionist ECMO CVOR Level 1 Trauma 5x8 Days
Job description
Travel Perfusionist – ECMO | CVOR | Level 1 Trauma | 5x8 Days
Location: South Carolina
Gross: $5,846/week | W2: $115/hr | Tax-Free Stipend: $1,246/week
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ABOUT HEARTLINE STAFFING
Heartline Staffing connects healthcare professionals with meaningful career opportunities nationwide. As a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting, we partner directly with healthcare organizations to place high-quality clinicians.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Seeking an experienced Travel Perfusionist for a high-acuity cardiac program in South Carolina.
This role requires strong ECMO experience, including independent cannulation and transport support, across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations in a Level 1 Trauma setting.
Ideal for experienced travelers who can quickly integrate into a fast-paced CVOR environment.
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
1 opening | 13 weeks
Start Date: April 13, 2026
Schedule: 5x8 day shifts (hours may vary)
On call required
COMPENSATION
Housing: $770/week
Meals and Incidentals: $476/week
Overtime: $172.50/hr (after 40 hours)
On Call: $5/hr | Charge: $3/hr | Holiday: 1.35x
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate cardiopulmonary bypass during cardiac procedures
Perform ECMO cannulation across adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients
Support ECMO transport
Manage perfusion techniques including cardioplegia and anticoagulation
Monitor perfusion parameters and patient stability
Support cases including CABG, valve replacement, and TAVR
Respond to emergent cardiac and trauma cases
Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years of perfusion experience
Travel experience required | No first-time travelers
ABCP certification required
BLS and ACLS required
Epic experience required
Level 1 Trauma experience required
WHY JOIN
High-acuity cardiac program with advanced surgical exposure
Work across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations
Strong compensation package with tax-free stipend opportunities
Collaborative CVOR team environment
FINAL NOTE
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.
- $5,846 Weekly Gross Pay
- ECMO Cannulation & Transport Required
- Level 1 Trauma | CVOR | Pediatric & Adult Cases