Christopher J. Pierce
Saginaw,MI
Summary
Dynamic perfusionist with a strong foundation in diverse systems and equipment, committed to expanding expertise through hands-on experience in innovative perfusion environments. Proven ability to leverage past knowledge to enhance team performance and patient outcomes. Eager to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, driving advancements in clinical practices and contributing to the evolution of perfusion techniques. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development within the field of perfusion.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Perfusion Life
Raleigh, NC
01.2026 - Current
- Operated and maintained cardiopulmonary bypass equipment during surgical procedures.
Travel Perfusionist
EPIC Cardiovascular
Fort Myers, FL
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated heart-lung machines during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored and adjusted perfusion parameters for individualized patient care.
- Trained and mentored junior perfusionists on advanced techniques and protocols.
Certified Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Perfusion Associates of MI, Inc
Saginaw, MI, USA
08.2002 - 05.2025
- Safely performing perfusion: cardiopulmonary bypass for CABG, Valves, Left heart bypass, ascending cases.
- Cell saver.
- Insertion and monitoring of ECMO, IABP, Impella.
- Part of TAVR team.
- Adapting to multiple surgeons rotating within our four area hospitals.
- Travel assignments to Ascension Henry Ford-Jackson, MI and McLaren Northern-Petoskey, MI.
Certified Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Memorial Hospital of South Bend
South Bend, IN, USA
07.1995 - 07.2002
- Safely performing perfusion duties as assigned: CPB, Cell saver, ECMO, IABP
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Detroit Receiving Hospital
Detroit, MI, USA
07.1992 - 08.1993
- Provide respiratory treatments, intubation, ventilatory support.
- Participate in CODE situations in emergency and hospital settings.
Education
Perfusion Technology Certificate - Bachelor of Science
Quinnipiac College
Hamden, CT12-1994
Associates - Respiratory Therapy
Henry Ford Community College
Dearborn, MI05-1992
Kinesiology - undefined
University of Windsor
Windsor, Ontario05-1990
Skills
- Teamwork
- Patient advocate
- Proactive
- Communication
- Leader
- Critical thinking
- Adaptation
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Quality assurance protocols
Certification
- Current BLS
- Cardiovascular Perfusion
- Respiratory Therapy
Timeline
Traveling Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Perfusion Life
01.2026 - Current
Travel Perfusionist
EPIC Cardiovascular
05.2025 - 01.2026
Certified Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Perfusion Associates of MI, Inc
08.2002 - 05.2025
Certified Cardiovascular Perfusionist
Memorial Hospital of South Bend
07.1995 - 07.2002
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Detroit Receiving Hospital
07.1992 - 08.1993
Associates - Respiratory Therapy
Henry Ford Community College
Kinesiology - undefined
University of Windsor
Perfusion Technology Certificate - Bachelor of Science
Quinnipiac College
Personal Information
Title: Certified Cardiovascular Perfusionist