Posted 22 days ago
Perfusionist - Cardiovascular Perfusion
@ Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Overview
Nova Scotia Health is hiring permanent full-time Perfusionists for its Department of Perfusion Services at the Halifax Infirmary (adult) and IWK Health Centre (pediatric). The work covers cardiopulmonary bypass for about 1,100 procedures a year, plus ECMO, ventricular assist devices, intra-aortic balloon pumps and support for complex procedures such as liver transplants. The role is 75 hours biweekly at $52.94 to $68.37 per hour, with benefits and a defined benefit pension plan.
Pay:
$52.94–$70.76 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Operate cardiopulmonary bypass equipment for adult and pediatric surgery
- Support ECMO and ventricular assist device therapy
- Provide intra-aortic balloon pump therapy
- Operate autologous blood recovery systems
- Support complex procedures including liver transplants
Requirements summary:
- Graduate of an accredited perfusion technology program
- Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion certification or eligibility
- Two years of clinical perfusion experience an asset
- Experience with adult and pediatric bypass an asset
- Ability to work under pressure in emergencies
- French an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | French |
| Licences & certifications | Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion certification, American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, Newcomers to Canada, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Perfusion technology |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
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Full company description
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between. We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you. Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia. Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations
- LinkedIn followers
- 59,470
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,666
- Reported office locations
- 1276 South Park Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2Y9, CA
- Business categories
- Hospital
- Health Care
- Consulting
- Advertising
- Other recorded names
- Nova Scotia Healthcare System
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
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- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between. We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2015 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 221 |
| View page |
Req ID: 204460
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary
Department: Cardiovascular Perfusion
Type of Employment: Permanent Opportunities Available
Union: Healthcare Bargaining Unit, Constituent Union Based on Location
About the Opportunity
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives while advancing your career in a dynamic and collaborative healthcare environment? Nova Scotia Health is seeking dedicated Perfusionists to join our Department of Perfusion Services within the Perioperative Care Division. This role reports to the Health Services Manager and plays a vital part in supporting both adult and pediatric cardiac surgery patients.
Based at the Halifax Infirmary (adult services) and the Isaak Walton Killam (IWK) Health Centre (pediatric services), the department performs approximately 1,100 cardiopulmonary bypass procedures each year—and that’s just the beginning of the impact you'll make.
As a Perfusionist with Nova Scotia Health, you’ll also be involved in:
ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) support
Ventricular assist devices (VADs)
Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) therapy
Autologous blood recovery systems
Multidisciplinary support for complex procedures including liver transplants
This is a rare opportunity to work across both adult and pediatric sites, gaining valuable experience in diverse, high-acuity settings while contributing to innovative, life-saving care.
Why Nova Scotia Health?
We’re more than a health authority—we’re a community. Join a team where collaboration, innovation, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're seeking professional growth or a meaningful lifestyle change, Nova Scotia offers the perfect balance of career and coastal living.
Learn more about our organization, communities, and the career possibilities that await: Nova Scotia Communities - More than Medicine - Healthcare Jobs in Nova Scotia, Canada
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Perfusion Technology (students currently enrolled in an accredited program are strongly encouraged to apply)
- Certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion, or Canadian certification eligible (with a requirement to obtain this certification within the first two years of employment)
- Certification with the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion with proof of eligibility for Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion prior to employment (Canadian certification must be obtained within the first two years of employment)
- Possession of a recognized degree in a science or health care discipline an asset
- Two years of clinical perfusion experience an asset, but recent graduates are encouraged to apply
- Experience with adult and pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass procedures is an asset
- Must be able to work under pressure and cope in emergency situations while demonstrating strong teamwork skills
- Must demonstrate a high degree of self-development in ensuring current and competent service
- Preference will be given to candidates with an interest in research and quality assurance development
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Permanent full-time positions; 75 hours biweekly
Compensation and Benefits
$52.94 - $68.37 hourly
$70.76 hourly with 25 years' service with the employer
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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