University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) has a busy, complex cardiac and congenital cardiac surgery service and our large perfusion team sits at the heart of our success in supporting safe patient care and some of the best patient outcomes in England. We are looking for expert Senior Clinical Perfusion Scientists (8a) to join the team within our Cardiovascular and Thoracic care group which is acknowledged as a regional centre of excellence.
Successful candidates will be conversant with cardiac surgical techniques performed on neonatal, paediatric and adults, including cell salvage, point of care blood analysis, ECMO, Percutaneous Hepatic perfusion and research. We do however welcome applications who do not yet have this clinical exposure and we are proud to offer full and comprehensive training.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Currently, the cardiac team undertakes 1800 adults and 400 paediatric procedures per year across our five cardiac theatres. You must be accredited by the Society of Perfusionists of Great Britain & Ireland and registered with the College of Clinical Perfusionists of Great Britain & Ireland. This role attracts an additional Recruitment and Retention Premium (see details below), a contribution to relocation costs for eligible candidates as well as an exceptional NHSP rate for additional shifts.
What we're looking for: You will be a team player who can bring motivation and positivity to your work environment, happy to work autonomously and in possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, with empathy and compassion at the heart of the care that you provide. You will be expected to deliver high quality care within the framework of a multi-disciplinary team. You will be well supported by an experienced inter-professional team.
The successful applicant will be expected to carry out various administrative duties associated with the role and will be delegated additional responsibilities as required. Full participation in the department on-call rota is essential.
What we can offer you
We are committed to supporting you in your career aspirations and recognise the significant contribution your skills and expertise make to patient care. We offer a number of benefits, including development, regular interaction with, and feedback from, leaders and the chance to work on some of the UKs leading cardiovascular research and development programmes.
The department currently offers a 37.5 hour, 3-day working week.
Currently the Trust is offering a recruitment and retention premium for this role totalling £8,000 p.a. (pro rata) and we are happy to provide support with relocation. T& Cs will apply and can be discussed at interview.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
MSc in Clinical perfusion science or equivalent knowledge and experience Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists Accreditation. Full registration with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists. Fully conversant with all aspects of adult cardiopulmonary bypass procedures and associated techniques. Be fully conversant with specialist techniques and perfusion procedures as required by individual patients such as, left heart bypass, cerebral perfusion (both antegrade and retrograde), vacuum assisted venous drainage, ventricular assist devices and blood conservation techniques To demonstrate highly developed auditory, visual and perceptive skills in dealing with a mass of information A flexible and innovative approach to practice which is appropriate to the needs of the client patient group and consistent with the aims of the Trust.
Desirable
A broad range of experience in neonatal, Paediatric and GUCH perfusion. Paediatric perfusion experience Paediatric ECMO training course.
Skills and competencies
Essential
Attention to detail Communication Presentation skills People management Negotiation skills Research skills Interpersonal skills
Trust Values
Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-CL091224a #J-18808-Ljbffr
Main duties of the job
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) has a busy, complex cardiac and congenital cardiac surgery service and our large perfusion team sits at the heart of our success in supporting safe patient care and some of the best patient outcomes in England. We are looking for expert Senior Clinical Perfusion Scientists (8a) to join the team within our Cardiovascular and Thoracic care group which is acknowledged as a regional centre of excellence.
Successful candidates will be conversant with cardiac surgical techniques performed on neonatal, paediatric and adults, including cell salvage, point of care blood analysis, ECMO, Percutaneous Hepatic perfusion and research. We do however welcome applications who do not yet have this clinical exposure and we are proud to offer full and comprehensive training.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Currently, the cardiac team undertakes 1800 adults and 400 paediatric procedures per year across our five cardiac theatres. You must be accredited by the Society of Perfusionists of Great Britain & Ireland and registered with the College of Clinical Perfusionists of Great Britain & Ireland. This role attracts an additional Recruitment and Retention Premium (see details below), a contribution to relocation costs for eligible candidates as well as an exceptional NHSP rate for additional shifts.
What we're looking for: You will be a team player who can bring motivation and positivity to your work environment, happy to work autonomously and in possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, with empathy and compassion at the heart of the care that you provide. You will be expected to deliver high quality care within the framework of a multi-disciplinary team. You will be well supported by an experienced inter-professional team.
The successful applicant will be expected to carry out various administrative duties associated with the role and will be delegated additional responsibilities as required. Full participation in the department on-call rota is essential.
What we can offer you
We are committed to supporting you in your career aspirations and recognise the significant contribution your skills and expertise make to patient care. We offer a number of benefits, including development, regular interaction with, and feedback from, leaders and the chance to work on some of the UKs leading cardiovascular research and development programmes.
The department currently offers a 37.5 hour, 3-day working week.
Currently the Trust is offering a recruitment and retention premium for this role totalling £8,000 p.a. (pro rata) and we are happy to provide support with relocation. T& Cs will apply and can be discussed at interview.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
MSc in Clinical perfusion science or equivalent knowledge and experience Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists Accreditation. Full registration with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists. Fully conversant with all aspects of adult cardiopulmonary bypass procedures and associated techniques. Be fully conversant with specialist techniques and perfusion procedures as required by individual patients such as, left heart bypass, cerebral perfusion (both antegrade and retrograde), vacuum assisted venous drainage, ventricular assist devices and blood conservation techniques To demonstrate highly developed auditory, visual and perceptive skills in dealing with a mass of information A flexible and innovative approach to practice which is appropriate to the needs of the client patient group and consistent with the aims of the Trust.
Desirable
A broad range of experience in neonatal, Paediatric and GUCH perfusion. Paediatric perfusion experience Paediatric ECMO training course.
Skills and competencies
Essential
Attention to detail Communication Presentation skills People management Negotiation skills Research skills Interpersonal skills
Trust Values
Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-CL091224a #J-18808-Ljbffr
