Description
The health science related to the artificial pumping of blood and oxygen in a person’s body, also known as extra-corporeal circulation.
Alternative labels
cardiovascular perfusion
science of extra-corporeal circulation
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Clinical perfusion is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Clinical perfusion scientist: Clinical perfusion scientists operate heart-lung equipment during surgical operations to ensure breathing and blood circulation. They work as part of the surgical team, connect patients to the heart-lung machines in preparation for surgery, monitor their condition during surgery, report to the team on the patients’ status and determine the necessary techniques according to their needs.
Respiratory therapy technician: Respiratory therapy technicians assist doctors and surgeons to treat respiratory problems. They work in hospitals and medical facilities where they operate medical equipment to test patients’ respiratory conditions and aid in their treatment. Respiratory therapy technicians also tend to breathing equipment and machines during surgery.
Optional knowledge
Clinical perfusion is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Clinical perfusion – ESCO
