Clinical Perfusionists at WRHN @ Queen's Blvd operate heart-lung systems and provide extracorporeal life support in an onsite cardiac workplace.

This Perfusionist supports adult cardiac surgery, major vascular procedures, and critical care settings. The work combines extracorporeal circulation, cardiopulmonary bypass, blood conservation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The position also contributes to education, research, emergency response, and evidence-based practice within WRHN's Cardiac Program.

Key Responsibilities:

- Operate perfusion systems supporting cardiac, respiratory, and metabolic functions
- Maintain physiologic parameters during cardiopulmonary bypass
- Select and operate ECMO, ventricular assist, and balloon pump systems




- Provide blood conservation and extracorporeal support services
- Respond to emergency patient situations throughout the year

Requirements:

- Graduate of an Accredited Cardiovascular Perfusion Science Program
- Current Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion certification
- Ability to maintain annual perfusion recertification
- Previous clinical experience as a Clinical Perfusionist
- Registered Nurse or Registered Respiratory Therapist

Apply clinical perfusion expertise, cardiopulmonary support, and emergency decision-making at WRHN's cardiac surgical centre.

📌 Clinical Perfusionist Cardiac Surgery (Kitchener)
🏢 Grand River Hospital
📍 Kitchener