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Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Provider Healthcare Taxonomy Code 242T00000X
As of today, the following are the total number of Perfusionists nationally, in your State, and near your location.
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Medicare
The following are the total number of Perfusionists who accept Medicare in your State, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
The diagram below shows all the Perfusionists across the country, represented by blue bubbles. The larger the bubble, the greater the concentration of providers in that area. Red bubbles represent Medicare-excluded providers, with the larger bubbles indicating a higher percentage of excluded providers in that region. You can change the bubble size to be based on exclusions from the Size menu.
What do Perfusionists do?
Perfusionists are healthcare professionals who specialize in operating and maintaining heart-lung machines during cardiac surgery. They play a crucial role in ensuring the patient’s blood is oxygenated correctly and circulated during the procedure.
What they do
- Operating and monitoring the heart-lung machine (pump, oxygenator, heat exchanger)
- Managing blood flow and oxygen levels
- Regulating patients’ temperature
- Monitoring vital signs
- Administering medications and blood products
- Assisting the surgical team with procedures such as:
- Open-heart surgery
- Heart transplants
- ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation)
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in perfusion science or a related field
- Certification from the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusionists
- Strong technical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
Environment
Perfusionists typically work in hospital operating rooms and may be on call for emergency surgeries. They often work long hours and may have irregular schedules.
Importance
Perfusionists play a crucial role in ensuring the success of cardiac surgeries and delivering the best possible outcomes for patients.
Their expertise and technical skills contribute significantly to the safety and well-being of patients undergoing these complex procedures.