"Perfusion Assistant"

USC Department of Surgery Perfusion Division is recruiting a Perfusion Assistant. The Perfusion Assistant will perform patient care and assist Certified Perfusionists during the support, treatment, measurement or supplementation of the circulatory system, including cardiopulmonary bypass, cardiac and respiratory assistance, monitoring and diagnostic measurement and autologous blood salvage. Live scan will be required for this position.

The hourly rate range for this position is $22.37 - $23.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organization considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Minimum Education: High school or equivalent

Minimum Certifications: BLS/CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) BLS/CPR Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Certification

Minimum Experience: <1 year

Minimum Skills: Experience in clinical or research healthcare setting, mechanical ability.

Preferred Education: Related undergraduate study

Preferred Experience: 1 year

Preferred Skills: Knowledge of universal precautions. Experience with perfusion equipment and procedures.

Quick Apply Link: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/-/-/1209/87120939968

About University of Southern California (USC)

USC is the leading private research university in Los Angeles—a global center for arts, technology and international business. With more than 47,500 students, we are located primarily in Los Angeles but also in various US and global satellite locations. As the largest private employer in Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic and professional schools and administrative units. As a USC employee and member of the Trojan Family—the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work—you will enjoy excellent benefits, including a variety of well-being programs designed to help individuals achieve work-life balance.