Title: Chief Perfusionist – Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital – Sayre, PA

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual Compensation Range: $210,000 – $220,000
• Sign on Bonus: $50,000
• One (1) Year of Paid Living Expenses
• 401(k): Company Contribution – 4% Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) per policy
• $4,500.00 Annual CME Reimbursement (Three Year Accrual)

Optional Benefits Include:

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Additional Life Insurance
• Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Position Summary
Keystone Perfusion Services, PC is seeking a Chief Staff Perfusionist to join our cardiac team at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania. This is an opportunity to work alongside a high-performing and collaborative cardiac surgery team in a teaching hospital environment committed to clinical excellence.

Why Sayre & the Region

• Low cost of living: The overall cost of living in Sayre is well below the national average, with housing costs significantly lower than in most metropolitan areas.
• Outdoor lifestyle: The region offers easy access to the Finger Lakes area of New York, known for its lakes, waterfalls, wineries, and hiking trails. You’ll find year-round opportunities for boating, fishing, biking, skiing, and exploring state parks.
• Balanced pace: Sayre combines small-town living with modern amenities. Short commutes, friendly neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community make it an ideal place to live and work.
• Strong clinical environment: Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital is a nationally recognized teaching hospital providing cutting-edge cardiovascular care in a supportive, team-based setting.

Clinical Setting

• Cardiac Surgical Services
• Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
• Intensive Care / Cardiovascular Intensive Care Units
• Emergent bypass support areas in the hospital
• Annual case volume: approximately 200–250 open-heart procedures, including CABG and valve repair/replacement. Minimal ECMO support. No transplant or VAD cases.

Supervision Structure

• Direct supervision: Physician performing the procedure and on-site Manager of Perfusion Services
• Indirect supervision: Regional Perfusion Manager and Keystone Executive Leadership

Scope of Responsibilities

• Operate and manage extracorporeal circulation systems (e.g., heart-lung bypass)
• Involvement with ECMO, IABP, autotransfusion, hemofiltration, and blood gas analysis
• Administer medications, blood products, and anesthetic agents via the extracorporeal circuit
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient documentation
• Coordinate care with surgical and ICU teams
• Support patient resuscitation and emergency interventions as needed
• Maintain equipment logs and perform routine equipment checks
• Participate in education, quality assurance, and research activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program
• Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
• Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross)
• Pennsylvania Perfusion License

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Competent in a full range of perfusion procedures
• Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable in documentation
• Committed to safety, compliance, and professional standards
• Engaged in professional growth and continuous improvement

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and readiness of perfusion supplies and disposables
• Support hospital blood management and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in monthly department meetings and Keystone education programs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $210,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person