Perfusionist

Company

Kingston Health Sciences Centre

Kingston Health Sciences Centre is southeastern Ontario’s complex, acute and specialty care, research and teaching hospital. Consisting of our Hotel Dieu site and Kingston General site, as well as the Cancer Centre of Southeastern Ontario and our research institute, we care for more than 650,000 patients and their families from across our region.As one of the region’s largest employers, we are home to almost 6,000 staff, more than 2,000 health-care learners and 1,000 volunteers who are committed to partnering with patients and families to ensure that we continually provide high quality, compassionate care. Fully affiliated with Queen’s University, we are ranked as one of Canada’s top research hospitals.

Location

Kingston ON

Duties

Are you passionate about advancing the field of perfusion while providing exceptional patient care? Join Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC), southeastern Ontario’s leading teaching, research, and specialty care hospital. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, KHSC is the perfect environment for a Perfusionist to thrive.
Why KHSC?

Cutting-Edge Practice
• Be part of a dynamic team performing approximately 650 cardiac bypass surgeries annually, including complex aortic, multi-valve, and minimally invasive procedures.
• Prepare for the future of cardiac robotic surgery with advanced training opportunities.
Collaborative Environment
• Work within a highly respected and cohesive team with 90+ years of collective experience—an ideal setting for new graduates to develop their skills in a safe and supportive environment.
• Benefit from mentorship and collaborative problem-solving to deliver outstanding patient care.
Advanced Technology
• Operate state-of-the-art Quantum HLMs and leverage an advanced patient management system that ensures safe, informed perfusion practices.
• Utilize cutting-edge tools for thromboelastometry, ECMO, cell salvage, MHP, and IABP insertions and troubleshooting.
Comprehensive Skill Development
• Gain hands-on experience in a wide array of perfusion-related skills, with ongoing opportunities for professional growth and education.
Flexible Scheduling
• Enjoy a work-life balance with flexible scheduling and a team-oriented atmosphere that supports your personal and professional needs.
Continuous Learning & Research
• Participate in education, research, and quality improvement initiatives to stay at the forefront of perfusion science.
• Pursue independent research projects with support from the Kingston General Hospital Research Institute (KGHRI), including assistance with ethics approvals and data collection.

Mentorship and Training
• Mentor future perfusionists, lead team simulations, and conduct nursing ECMO/IABP in-servicing annually to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration.
Your Role
As a Perfusionist at KHSC, you will:
• Operate and maintain critical perfusion equipment during cardiac surgeries.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
• Contribute to teaching and research efforts within a leading academic hospital.

Requirements

• Certification from an accredited perfusion program and eligibility for licensure in Ontario.
• Technical proficiency, attention to detail, and a dedication to continuous learning.

Start Date

2025-01-01

Hours

37.5

Salary

$65.00-$79.00 per hour

Contact

Name

Tim Huddle

Display Name

Tim Huddle

Title

Recruitment Advisor

Address

76 Stuart St

Telephone

613 449 1496

Display Date

2024-12-04

Expiry Date