Senior Perfusion Scientist
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Job overview
We are an experienced centre with a lot to give.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Perfusion Scientist who works well under pressure who is looking to work in a busy Cardiac centre undertaking a full range of Perfusion techniques.
The post gives the opportunity to become an important member of a team of 12.65 Perfusionists providing the most up to date techniques in Perfusion.
This post would be an excellent opportunity for a qualified Perfusionist to
come to Glenfield wishing to learn about Paediatric Perfusion techniques and Adult and Paediatric ECMO.
The department currently undertakes 1000 adult and 350 neonatal/paediatric cases, along with 100 neonatal, paediatric and adult ECMO's and IABP support.
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, and it would be an advantage to be conversant with all relevant perfusion techniques.
However training will be given in Paediatrics and ECMO if only Adult trained and vice versa.
We would consider newly qualified staff for this post.
Participation in the department on-call rota is essential.
The department offers a 37.5 hour, 4-day working week in Adults and a 3-day working week in Paediatrics. We encourage personal development and research.
'A pro-rata Recruitment and Retention Payment of £1750 divided over 6 months will also be offered
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be a qualified and autonomous practitioner to deliver a wide-range and comprehensive extra-corporeal and life support service.
This will including Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation, to patients undergoing open heart surgery and/or other related procedures in Operating Theatres, Adult, Paediatric and General Intensive Care Units, Cardiac Investigation Laboratories, and Coronary Care and High Dependency Units by using a broad range of vital, complex and specialised procedures.
Please refer to the Job Description for the full Main Duties of the post
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacanc...
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Senior Perfusion Scientist will work closely with the Consultant Cardiac Surgical team structure.
The Senior Perfusion Scientist will work closely with all the Perfusion team and will develop relationships with Multidisciplinary teams in theatres such as the Surgical Scrub team and the Anaesthetic team.
There will be key working relationships with Ward staff and Intensive Care Unit staff also and the ECMO team based on the Intensive Care Unit.
The Senior Perfusion Scientist will be expected to work closely with the Deputy Principal Perfusionist and the Principal PerfusionistMain Responsibilities - As per the Job Description
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- BSc in Perfusion Science/ PgDip in Perfusion Science / MSc in Perfusion Science / Society of Perfusionists Accreditation Examination. LCCP
Experience
Essential criteria
- Preferably 3 years post qualification
Desirable criteria
- Paediatric Experience although training will be given.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- A good knowlegde of Cardiac and Perfusion Techniques
Desirable criteria
- A knowledge of ECMO procedures as well as Paediatric procedures
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
- Job Description and Specification (PDF, 600.3KB)
- Understanding your right to work in the UK (PDF, 1.1MB)
- Employee Benefits (PDF, 578.5KB)