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Support procedures in the Cath lab, Hybrid OR and Intensive Care Units. * Assist in the design of ... Bachelor's Degree and graduate of Perfusion program Required * Master's Degree in related field ...

Support procedures in the Cath lab, Hybrid OR and Intensive Care Units. * Assist in the design of ... Bachelor's Degree and graduate of Perfusion program Required * Master's Degree in related field ...

Support procedures in the Cath lab, Hybrid OR and Intensive Care Units. * Assist in the design of ... Bachelor's Degree and graduate of Perfusion program Required * Master's Degree in related field ...

Support procedures in the Cath lab, Hybrid OR and Intensive Care Units. * Assist in the design of ... Bachelor's Degree and graduate of Perfusion program Required * Master's Degree in related field ...

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What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a perfusion assistant?

To thrive as a Perfusion Assistant, you typically need a background in healthcare or life sciences, familiarity with cardiovascular anatomy, and knowledge of sterile techniques. Experience with perfusion equipment, cardiopulmonary bypass machines, and basic laboratory systems is highly valuable, and some positions may require certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you excel in assisting perfusionists and surgical teams under pressure. These competencies are vital to ensure patient safety, precise support during surgeries, and efficient collaboration within the operating room environment.

What does a perfusion assistant do?

As a Perfusion Assistant, your day often begins with equipment checks and preparation for surgical procedures involving cardiopulmonary bypass or other advanced circulatory support. You’ll assist perfusionists in setting up, operating, and maintaining perfusion machines, monitor patient status, and manage disposable supplies in a sterile environment. Expect to work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other operating room staff, often in high-stress situations requiring quick thinking and strong teamwork. This dynamic role offers valuable hands-on experience in cardiac surgical care and can be a stepping stone to advanced positions in perfusion or related healthcare specialties.

What is a perfusion assistant?

A Perfusion Assistant supports Perfusionists during cardiovascular surgeries by preparing and maintaining perfusion equipment, monitoring supplies, and ensuring a sterile environment. They help set up heart-lung machines, blood pumps, and other devices critical for bypass procedures. Their role is essential in maintaining patient safety and operational efficiency in the surgical team.

What cities near Middleton, WI are hiring for Perfusion Assistant jobs? Cities near Middleton, WI with the most Perfusion Assistant job openings:
Infographic showing various Perfusion Assistant job openings in Middleton, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Perfusionist

UW Health

Madison, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


UW Health rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

UW Health is seeking a Perfusionist for a job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Perfusionist
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Employment Type: Staff

Work Schedule: 

Full-time, 100% FTE, day/evening/night shift. Monday – Friday between the hours of 7:00am – 3:00pm, rotating night and weekend on-call responsibilities. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:

  • Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants 

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin and make the move to our beautiful capital city of Madison - a cosmopolitan city of more than 280,000. Madison is uniquely situated on an isthmus between the areas two largest lakes Mendota and Monona—a setting that offers impressive beauty and wide variety of cultural and recreational activities. Madison is within a short drive to Milwaukee, Chicago and Minneapolis.

We are seeking a Perfusionist to:

  • Provide cardiopulmonary life support for high acuity surgical procedures utilizing cardiopulmonary bypass and ECMO.
  • Support procedures in the Cath lab, Hybrid OR and Intensive Care Units.
  • Assist in the design of institutional protocols and provide continuing education of staff and operating room personnel.
  • Encourage and actively support the mission of the Cardiac Surgery, ECMO and Mechanical Circulatory Assist programs.

At UW Health, you will have:

  • An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
  • Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
  • Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
  • The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

UW Health is the integrated health system of the University of Wisconsin-Madison serving more than 832,000 patients each year in the Upper Midwest and beyond with 1,800 physicians and 25,500 staff at seven hospitals and more than 90 outpatient sites. UW Health is governed by the UW Hospitals and Clinics Authority and partners with the UW School of Medicine and Public Health to fulfill their patient care, research, education and community service missions.

 Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree and graduate of Perfusion program Required
  • Master's Degree in related field Preferred
 Work Experience
  • 3 years of post-training clinical experience providing CPB for adult cardiac surgical procedures including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacements, and aortic aneurysm repairs Preferred
  • Experience in providing CPB for cardiac transplantation, ventricular assist device implantation, and congenital pediatric procedures. Preferred
 Licenses & Certifications
  • Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) as recognized by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) within 12 months Required
  • State of Wisconsin Licensure as a Licensed Perfusionist within 6 months Required
  • CPR certification within 3 months Required
  • Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) as recognized by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) Preferred
  • State of Wisconsin Licensed Perfusionist Preferred
 Our Commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.


University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

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UW Health Job ID #49331. Posted job title: Perfusionist – Adult / Pediatric

About UW Health

UW Health is an integrated academic health system that is home to the No. 1 hospital in Wisconsin (for the 13th year in a row) as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. We’re made up of six main hospitals, one JOA partner hospital in Madison and two hospitals located within the main hospital in Illinois. We also have more than 90 clinics across Wisconsin and northern Illinois.  


UW Health cares for more than 800,000 patients each year and employs more than 24,000 people — one of the region’s largest employers. Many of our 1,800 physicians are faculty members at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, one of the nation’s highly regarded medical schools.  

Benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • Vision benefits
  • Continuing Education
  • Sick pay
  • Dental benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program
  • Pet insurance
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Medical benefits

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UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

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Health care and social assistance and hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Madison, WI, US