Perfusionist

Duties and responsibilities:

 Their duties include Operating heart-lung machines, administering some types of anesthesia, administering some types of medication. Clinical Perfusionist operates circulation equipment during medical situations when it is necessary to temporarily and artificially replace the patient’s circulatory or respiratory functions.  This occurs during heart surgery and similar operations. Perfusionist also controls the temperature of patients during surgery. 

Salary: $50,000

Education:

 A high school diploma with a strong background in biology and chemistry is required to be accepted in Perfusionist training programs.  Admissions preference is given to students with college science work or experience in respiratory therapy and medical terminology. Perfusionist training programs are given at academic health centers and medical schools and universities. 

Reflection:  

 I think I’m interested in this career because it sounds very interesting and I think it might take lots of studying but I think it’s worth it and it’s worth the hard work. I Would  want to be an Perfusionist.