HealthCareersInSask.ca·Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
The Clinical Perfusionist is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining heart-lung machines and related life-support equipment. They also perform diagnostic analysis, ensure equipment quality control, and participate in perfusion-related research projects.
Position #: 9003519
To Be Determined - Posted Until Filled
Union: HSAS
Facility: Royal University Hospital
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Perfusion
Type: Part-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: August 24, 2027
0.5
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Pay Band Perfusionist $50.839 to $62.017
Travel Required: No
The Clinical Perfusionist sets up, operates and maintains the heart lung machine and related equipment such as the intra-aortic balloon pump, autotransfusion devices, ecmo and vads . The incumbent is responsible for routinely checking all hardware and maintains perfusion related equipment and disposables stock on an ongoing basis, carries out blood gas, heparin concentration, activated clotting time and thrombelastograph analysis as well as quality control and calibration of those analyzers. The incumbent also acquaints other health care professionals with the perfusionists handling and use of equipment. They initiate, participate in and complete research projects in perfusion related areas. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
Human Resources Exemption: No
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
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Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
Candidates must hold a Cardiovascular Perfusion advanced certificate or diploma and a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate. Successful completion of the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion certifying exam is required.
Market context
In Saskatchewan, certified perfusionist roles are typically tied to cardiac surgery and other high-acuity hospital services, so openings can be limited and closely matched to operating room needs. Competition often centers on candidates who already meet certification, BLS, and provincial registration eligibility requirements, since those credentials reduce onboarding time. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your certification status and registration pathway before applying.