Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking applications from motivated and committed individuals to undertake training to become a Clinical Perfusion Scientists. The successful applicants will undertake full in-service training incorporating practical experience under supervision and academic study monthly block release as part of the post Graduate Perfusion Science MSc programme at University of Bristol necessary to achieve professional accreditation.
The Cardiovascular and Thoracic Care Group provides a regional service and is one of the largest Clinical Care Groups within the Trust. Currently, the cardiac team undertakes 1800 adults and 400 paediatric procedures per year within four cardiac theatres.
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. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
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
WHAT YOULL DO
Responsibilities will include the setting up and control of the heart-lung bypass equipment, which provides life support for adults and paediatrics during cardiac surgery. You will work towards becoming a qualified and autonomous practitioner, able to deliver clinical and professional perfusion services to the multidisciplinary team. You will undergo professional development to enable the Care Group to meet its contractual and professional targets.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
A relevant Honours Degree (minimum 2:1) will be required in order to be eligible to undertake the Perfusion Science MSc. The post-holder will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team, be able adapt and respond to changing situations and the ability to work for long period of time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
Responsibilities will include the setting up and control of the heart-lung bypass equipment, which provides life support for adults and paediatrics during cardiac surgery. You will work towards becoming a qualified and autonomous practitioner, able to deliver clinical and professional perfusion services to the multidisciplinary team. You will undergo professional development to enable the Care Group to meet its contractual and professional targets.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
A relevant Honours Degree (minimum 2:1) will be required in order to be eligible to undertake the Perfusion Science MSc. The post-holder will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team, be able adapt and respond to changing situations and the ability to work for long period of time.
Person Specification
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Demonstrate problem solving in various settings.
Desirable
- Previous work experience in a healthcare environment
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Minimum 2.1 BSc in science or relevant subject
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- High level of organisational skills.
- Effective information technology skills
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Willingness to participate fully in the on-call rota during training
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Able to work unsociable hours and cover additional hours where required
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in stressful situations for prolonged periods
- Able to analyse continuous, multifactorial data streams for protracted periods
Desirable
Person Specification
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Demonstrate problem solving in various settings.
Desirable
- Previous work experience in a healthcare environment
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Minimum 2.1 BSc in science or relevant subject
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- High level of organisational skills.
- Effective information technology skills
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Willingness to participate fully in the on-call rota during training
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Able to work unsociable hours and cover additional hours where required
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in stressful situations for prolonged periods
- Able to analyse continuous, multifactorial data streams for protracted periods
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
