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Job overview
Maternity Leave Cover 1 year Fixed Term Contract.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Perfusion Scientist who works well under pressure and is looking to work in a busy Cardiac centre undertaking a full range of Perfusion techniques. The post is to cover maternity leave within the team and would be an opportunity to become an important member of a team of 12 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 for 1 year to learn about Paediatric Perfusion techniques and Adult and Paediatric ECMO as well as working with the team on our Adult Cardiopulmonary patients. We are an experienced centre with a lot to give.
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.
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.
Main duties of the job
1. Set up, prime and run cardiopulmonary bypass equipment for cardiac surgery procedures, according to the perfusion procedures and protocols and play a full role in the routine cardiac surgery programme.
2. Facilitate the provision of a transport ECMO service along with the accompanied maintenance, troubleshooting and staff training associated with this role.
3. Ensure the provision of extracorporeal life support systems, ventricular assist devices, haemoconcentration, cell salvage and Intra Aortic Balloon Counterpulsation.
4. Ensure the continued maintenance and servicing of clinical equipment pertinent to cardiac surgery.
5. Take part in the provision of training perfusion students and other staff groups when required.
6. Take part in an on-call rota for emergency service provision.
7. Procure disposable/non-disposable equipment for the department.
8. Be active in the ongoing research programme in the Perfusion Department.
9. Provide clinical and scientific advice, and interpretation of results to clinicians throughout the Trust and to external agencies.
10. Draw on knowledge of a range of theories to inform practice. Assist in developing strategies for the management and delivery of care for the patient group.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* BSc in Perfusion Science/ PgDip in Perfusion Science / MSc in Perfusion Science / Society of Perfusionists Accreditation Examination. LCCP/Overseas applicants require a primary perfusion qualification plus evidence of 75 unsupervised clinical cases.
Experience
Essential criteria
* Preferably 3 years post qualification.
Desirable criteria
* Paediatric Experience although training will be given.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* A good knowledge of Cardiac and Perfusion Techniques - Techniques including: IntraAortic Balloon Pumping, Ventricular Assist Devices, Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation, Vacuum Assisted Venous Drainage, Blood conservation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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