Patrick Miller
Entry Level Sales
Wauconda,IL
Summary
Professional medical practitioner with focus on cardiovascular perfusion, prepared to deliver reliable support in surgical environments. Extensive experience in managing life-supporting procedures and ensuring patient stability. Known for effective teamwork and adapting to dynamic clinical needs. Skilled in operating advanced perfusion technology and maintaining high standards of patient care. Results-oriented professional with track record of managing various projects from inception to completion. Known for high standards and strong focus on achieving results through effective team collaboration and adaptability. Expertise in project management and client relations, with reliable and flexible approach to dynamic work environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Perfusionst - Independent Contractor
Self-employed
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands or unforeseen challenges within a project''s scope without compromising results.
Staff Perfusionist
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Adult cases: 50+ to date
- Manage open heart cardiac cases - CABGs, Valve, Ao Dissection, PRP, Livers
- Currently Contracted with Perfusion Life and Heartbeat Perfusion as well as personal time off.
Staff Perfusionist
Specialty Care (Northwest Community Hospital)
Arlington Heights, IL
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Adult cases: 150+ to date
- Manage open heart cardiac cases - CABGs, Valve, Ao Dissection
Staff Perfusionist
Tenet Health (St. Mary's Hospital)
Tucson, AZ
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Adult cases: 75+ open heart cardiac cases
- Large focus on Impella intervention
Travel Perfusionist
Specialty Care
Evansville, IN
12.2019 - 09.2020
- Adult cases: 150+ cardiac open heart cases
- Credentialed at 4 hospitals, primarily at Deaconess Heart Hospital
- Assimilated and adapted to different equipment, staff and environments as needed
Staff Perfusionist
IU Health Methodist
Indianapolis, IN
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Adult cases: 400+ cardiac open heart cases
- Level 1 trauma center - managed Thoraco-abdominal, valvular, CABGs
- Proctored students
Staff Perfusionist
Franciscan St. Francis
Indianapolis, IN
07.2014 - 02.2017
- Adult cases: 400+ cardiac open heart cases
- ECMO initiation and monitoring/management
- Managed a variety of cases including Valvular, CABG and Ao. Dissection
- Proctored students
Education
Master of Science - Cardiovascular Perfusion
Rush University
06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Victoria
11.2011
Certifications And Skills
- CPR Certified
- Ability to work independently in unfamiliar environments and staff
- Fully versed in variety of perfusion technology equipment
Additional Professional Activities
- American Society of Extracorporeal Circulation Technology (AmSECT)
- American Academy of Cardiovascular Perfusion
Current Status
Currently Contracted with Perfusion Life, Heartbeat Perfusion, Epic Cardiovascular Services and Palm Health Resources
Timeline
Perfusionst - Independent Contractor
Self-employed
04.2024 - 08.2025
Staff Perfusionist
University of Illinois at Chicago
04.2023 - 10.2023
Staff Perfusionist
Specialty Care (Northwest Community Hospital)
07.2021 - 04.2023
Staff Perfusionist
Tenet Health (St. Mary's Hospital)
09.2020 - 05.2021
Travel Perfusionist
Specialty Care
12.2019 - 09.2020
Staff Perfusionist
IU Health Methodist
02.2017 - 11.2019
Staff Perfusionist
Franciscan St. Francis
07.2014 - 02.2017
Master of Science - Cardiovascular Perfusion
Rush University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Victoria
Certification
CCP - Certified Clinical Perfusionist
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 13 in the development of minimally invasive mitral valve disease using Davinci Robotic surgical technique.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Skills
Conflict resolution
Hemodynamic monitoring
Critical thinking
Medical record documentation
Continuous improvement mindset
Quality assurance protocols
Circuit design
Emergency response preparedness
Thoracic surgery
Regulatory compliance
Professional development commitment
Anticoagulation management
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
Blood conservation techniques
Clinical decision making
Cardiopulmonary bypass
Stress management techniques
Cardiopulmonary bypass management
Blood management
Anesthesia interaction
Intra-aortic balloon pumping
Perfusion equipment operation
Circulatory support devices
Peri-operative care
Ventricular assist devices
Blood gas analysis
Transcatheter procedures
Cross-functional coordination
Cardiac surgery support
Isolated limb perfusion
Lower body perfusion
Pharmacology
Continuing education
Emergency preparedness
Teamwork
Anatomy and physiology
Problem-solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail
Time management