Location: Houston, TX

Start Date: 03-09-2026

End Date: 06-08-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Variable Day/Evening (rotating): examples include 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM and 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM; schedule is variable and may include some weekends; no call

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $158 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor cardiopulmonary bypass equipment during cardiac procedures to support optimal patient outcomes
• Prepare, prime, and troubleshoot perfusion circuits and related devices with attention to safety and sterility
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the cardiovascular OR team to coordinate care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EPIC and other charting systems
• Perform device setup, calibration, and routine maintenance to ensure readiness for cases
• Participate in orientation and handoff communication to ensure continuity of care across shifts
• Adhere to hospital policies, regulatory standards, and infection-control protocols in an acute care setting

Qualifications

• Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) via ABCP — required
• BLS (AHA) — required
• Minimum 2 years of perfusion experience (cardiovascular OR/acute care experience preferred)
• Comfortable working in a high-acuity Cardio OR environment and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience with EPIC charting is a plus
• Current, unrestricted clinical credentials as required by the facility

Education

• No BSN required (degree not specified in posting)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of cardiopulmonary bypass techniques and perfusion equipment
• Familiarity with cardiovascular operating room workflows and acute care protocols
• Proficiency in clinical documentation and charting (EPIC)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for coordination with surgical and anesthesia teams
• Attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot equipment and circuit issues under pressure

Benefits

• Guaranteed 40 hours per week for stability and predictable pay periods
• Supportive team environment where your expertise is respected and celebrated
• Orientation and onboarding (12 hours) so you feel prepared from day one
• Professional growth — opportunities to sharpen perfusion skills in a high-acuity Cardio OR
• Licensure and certification guidance — we know CCP and BLS matter and we’ll help you stay current
• Work-life balance with defined 8-hour shifts (day/evening) and no call expectations
• Access to a major hospital system with robust clinical resources and colleagues to learn from
• Easy access to clinical documentation tools like EPIC for streamlined charting

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