Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who works well under pressure to join our team of clinical perfusionists. The department currently undertakes 2000 Cardiac cases per year through six operating theatres. A dedicated Aortic Surgical Suite provides state of the art facilities for Complex Aortic Surgery.
Main duties of the job
You will work towards registration with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain & Ireland and achieve accreditation from the Society Of Perfusionists of Great Britain and Ireland. This involves a combination of clinical work and study based at the University of Bristol. Participation in the department's on-call rota is essential.The department offers a 37.5 hour working week and encourages personal development and research.
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The principal role is to undertake the duties of a Trainee Clinical Perfusionist, training to become a qualified practitioner able to deliver professional clinical perfusion services to patients and the multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will form part of the perfusion department enablingit to meet its professional and contractual obligations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The principal role is to undertake the duties of a Trainee Clinical Perfusionist, training to become a qualified practitioner able to deliver professional clinical perfusion services to patients and the multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will form part of the perfusion department enablingit to meet its professional and contractual obligations.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Honours degree in science/medical based subject
Desirable
- Upper second class degree may be required to access MSc. Perfusion Science
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate relevant experience and commitment to personal goals
Desirable
- Evidence of manual dexterity and spatial awareness
- Previous clinical/general work experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
- Assertive team player
- Emotional Intelligence
- Highly motivated and able to use own initiative
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Ability to communicate with staff having a wide range of abilities
- Able to lead others
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Demonstrated personal commitment
- Good attendance record and punctuality
- Willing to undertake future on call commitment and assist with service development
- Awareness of role and willingness to develop both professionally and as an individual
- Calm and clear thinking in stressful situations
- Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines whilst under pressure
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Honours degree in science/medical based subject
Desirable
- Upper second class degree may be required to access MSc. Perfusion Science
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate relevant experience and commitment to personal goals
Desirable
- Evidence of manual dexterity and spatial awareness
- Previous clinical/general work experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
- Assertive team player
- Emotional Intelligence
- Highly motivated and able to use own initiative
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Ability to communicate with staff having a wide range of abilities
- Able to lead others
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Demonstrated personal commitment
- Good attendance record and punctuality
- Willing to undertake future on call commitment and assist with service development
- Awareness of role and willingness to develop both professionally and as an individual
- Calm and clear thinking in stressful situations
- Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines whilst under pressure
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
