Job summary
A position has arisen for an experienced clinical perfusion scientist to work in a multi disciplinary team within the Cardiothoracic Directorate.
As an autonomous practitioner a Senior Clinical Perfusionist should offer a comprehensive specialist clinical and technical perfusion service during both routine and emergency procedures as a vital member of the multidisciplinary team during cardiac surgery. The Senior Clinical Perfusionist will also participate in the development of department protocols and research.
Registration with The College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of GB&I is essential. Active accreditation with CCPS essential.
Main duties of the job
To provide a first class service both perioperatively and in the pre and post op setting in all aspects of adult cardiac perfusion.The candidate will be fully conversant in all fields of cardiac perfusion and have sufficient experience to function as a sole practitioner and within the wider team.Sheffield University Hospitals Trust is a proud institution with a history of providing exceptional care to the surrounding South Yorkshire area and beyond. Our world renowned Healthcare Trust is forward thinking and expects all employees to be fully conversant in and willing to apply the Trust's PROUD values.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
The Perfusion Team is very progressive and would welcome an individual with similar drive and impact to further improve the service as a whole. We are a team with a firm belief in GDP and patient specific practice.
The continuing development of complex aortic surgery and minimal access procedures require an experienced applicant, although additional instruction will be forthcoming if required.
A keen interest in research is also advantageous.
Departmental Competency documentation must be signed by practitioner and Clinical Lead as part of the Perfusion Department Quality Framework.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Good working knowledge of routine and specialised clinical techniques for example Thrombo Elastography, Vacuum Assist Drainage and Blood Conservation.
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and clinical hazards
- Up to date with latest developments
- Understanding the capabilities and limitations of the clinical equipment used.
- Minimum of 5 years experience as a Qualified Perfusionist
- Current accreditation with CCPS
Desirable
- Experience of delivering specialist training to others where appropriate.
- Presentation at MDT, M&M and audit meetings.
- Familiar with electronic data management
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to maintain intense levels of concentration
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Good communication skills
- Good planning and organisation skills.
- A flexible approach to work to meet the needs of the service and adaptable to change.
- Good IT skills
- Accountable for own professional conduct and able to work within professional guidelines
- Ability to communicate effectively including active listening, writing and verbally, with individuals on a one-to-one basis and with groups.
- Good understanding of the national strategic context of the NHS.
- Ability to manage complex workload under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Effective leadership skills
- Mentoring skills
- Ability to teach and relate to different staff groups
- Ability to deal with conflict
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to MSc level in Perfusion Science
- Accredited by the Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland
- Professional Registration with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of GB and Ireland
- Reaccreditation current and valid with Society of Clinical perfusion Scientists of GB & I
Desirable
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Attendance and participation in clinical audit
- Attendance at relevant National Conferences
Further Training
Essential
- Leadership or Human Factors training
Desirable
- Specialist perfusion techniques such as minimum access surgical procedures, antegrade cerebral perfusion.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Integrity -Cares about and knows the importance of doing the right thing and making a difference.
- Ownership - Driven to get things done to ensure that both they and their team achieve.
- Ownership - Set very high standards for themselves, their team and the service.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Good working knowledge of routine and specialised clinical techniques for example Thrombo Elastography, Vacuum Assist Drainage and Blood Conservation.
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and clinical hazards
- Up to date with latest developments
- Understanding the capabilities and limitations of the clinical equipment used.
- Minimum of 5 years experience as a Qualified Perfusionist
- Current accreditation with CCPS
Desirable
- Experience of delivering specialist training to others where appropriate.
- Presentation at MDT, M&M and audit meetings.
- Familiar with electronic data management
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to maintain intense levels of concentration
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Good communication skills
- Good planning and organisation skills.
- A flexible approach to work to meet the needs of the service and adaptable to change.
- Good IT skills
- Accountable for own professional conduct and able to work within professional guidelines
- Ability to communicate effectively including active listening, writing and verbally, with individuals on a one-to-one basis and with groups.
- Good understanding of the national strategic context of the NHS.
- Ability to manage complex workload under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Effective leadership skills
- Mentoring skills
- Ability to teach and relate to different staff groups
- Ability to deal with conflict
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to MSc level in Perfusion Science
- Accredited by the Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland
- Professional Registration with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of GB and Ireland
- Reaccreditation current and valid with Society of Clinical perfusion Scientists of GB & I
Desirable
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Attendance and participation in clinical audit
- Attendance at relevant National Conferences
Further Training
Essential
- Leadership or Human Factors training
Desirable
- Specialist perfusion techniques such as minimum access surgical procedures, antegrade cerebral perfusion.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Integrity -Cares about and knows the importance of doing the right thing and making a difference.
- Ownership - Driven to get things done to ensure that both they and their team achieve.
- Ownership - Set very high standards for themselves, their team and the service.
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).
