noun
- a medical technician who operates heart-lung machines and other equipment that maintains blood circulation and oxygenation during surgery
Usage: medical
Examples
- The perfusionist monitored the heart-lung machine throughout the cardiac surgery.
- She trained for two years to become a certified perfusionist.
- The surgical team included a surgeon, anesthesiologist, and perfusionist.
- The perfusionist adjusted the blood flow rate during the procedure.
- Hospital perfusionists must complete specialized certification programs.
- The perfusionist ensured proper oxygenation while the patient’s heart was stopped.