Automation index
How much of a Perfusionist’s job can AI already do?
A bypass protocol comes earlier. Running the pump and giving the patient back whole do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Perfusionist
20%
AI can already do 20% of this job.
#471 / 643
View rankingPerfusionist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Build the circuit, prime and the checklist.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Run the pump, gases and temperature.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 24% | 8% | +1.9 |
Cardioplegia, haemofiltration and weaning.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
ECMO, emergencies and the oxygenator change.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Logs, alarms and talk to the surgeon.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 18% | +2.5 |
No air in the line and owning the machine.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 20% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- run the pump
- CPB
- prime the circuit
- cardioplegia
- ECMO
- wean off pump
- oxygenator
- perfusion
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-2099.00· ESCO/ISCO 3212
IS WORK OVER?
Caregiver
16%
#612 / 643
View rankingCaregiver
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Entertain, converse with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Bathe patients.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Provide patients and families with emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for infants, preparing healthy meals, living independently, or adapting to disability or illness.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Administer prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of physician or as directed by home care nurse or aide, and ensure patients take their medicine.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 26% | 28% | +7.3 |
| Total | 100% | 16% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- disability care
- older adults' needs
- first response
- wash the laundry
- apply first response
- tend to elderly people
- prepare sandwiches
- iron textiles
- buy groceries
- accompany people
Sources for this job· O*NET 31-1121.00· ESCO/ISCO 5322