human: Describe taxonomy code 242T00000X

gpt: Code: 242T00000X
Name: Perfusionist
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Perfusionist
Specialization: 
Definition: A perfusionist operates extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or temporarily replace the patient's circulatory or respiratory function. The perfusionist is knowledgeable concerning the variety of equipment available to perform extracorporeal circulation functions and is responsible, in consultation with the physician, for selecting the appropriate equipment and techniques to be used.