About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Perfusionist to join the cardiothoracic unit at a major hospital in Hobart, Tasmania on a 3-month part-time contract starting ASAP. Working Monday, Wednesday and Friday (7am-6pm), you will provide specialist perfusion services within the Tasmanian Cardiothoracic Unit during cardiothoracic surgery. There is no on-call or weekend work required. The main clinical delivery components include heart and lung machine operations and cell salvage, working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team of surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre staff. If you are a qualified Clinical Perfusionist looking for a short-term locum opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Provide perfusion services during cardiothoracic surgery, including setup and operation of cardiopulmonary bypass equipment Operate and manage associated devices including intra-aortic balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices and blood salvage systems Monitor and maintain perfusion equipment, including calibration and user maintenance Maintain accurate perfusion records and contribute to patient data collection Assist with equipment selection and inventory management for cardiopulmonary bypass procedures Participate in multidisciplinary care with surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre staff Support research initiatives within the cardiothoracic unit Benefits: $81-$88 per hour plus super Work within a specialist cardiothoracic unit at a major tertiary referral centre Supportive multidisciplinary clinical environment No on-call or weekend work Short-term locum contract in one of Australia's most scenic locations Experience the lifestyle, natural landscapes, and world-class food and wine of Hobart, Tasmania About You: Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences) or equivalent Certification with the Australasian Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (or eligibility to obtain certification) Demonstrated clinical experience as a perfusionist in cardiothoracic surgery Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary surgical team Strong organisational, communication and clinical decision-making skills About Us: MediRecruit provides a specialist healthcare recruitment and career advisory service for Allied Health professionals in Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Our dynamic team of recruiters have healthcare backgrounds and are passionate about sharing their expert advice. Refer a Friend: Do you know a health professional who would be perfect for this role? Refer them and earn a shared $500 referral bonus! How to Apply: Please apply and one of our Healthcare Specialists will call you for a confidential discussion. Or contact Clare Jones- clare@medirecruit.com or 0402 367 899. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.