Job summary
The University Hospitals Bristol and Weston Perfusion department is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual willing to undertake our two year training program. During these two years you will be required to complete an MSc in Perfusion Science based in Bristol as well as perform 150 supervised cases to acquire the necessary clinical skills to undertake the Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists practical exam.Applicantswill have a minimum of 2:1 grade in a relevant science degree in order to be eligible to apply and enrol on the course.
Candidates should reside in the UK at the time of application.
Main duties of the job
To train and qualify as a Clinical Perfusion Scientist who is capable of operating autonomously in the delivery of clinical and professional perfusion services within a multidisciplinary team.The two year training programme comprises theoretical and practical training throughout, concluding with academic and professional accreditation examinations.The trainee Clinical Perfusionist will develop the skills to be competent to provide the agreed quality standards.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- BSc Honours Degree 2.1 or higher in Human Science/related subjects- Biology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Anatomy (or equivalent)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Be able to work as a member of a team
Desirable
- Work Experience in the Health
- Work experience in busy environments
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Committed to providing high quality service
- IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills, data collection
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training
- Able to demonstrate calm, caring manner/attitude
- Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the health care setting
- Ability to work under own initiative
- Professional and Confident approach
- Able to work under pressure in intense clinical situations
Aptitudes
Essential
- Team player
- Responsible
- Good work ethic
- Quick learner
- Calm and patient
- Decisive
- Good sense of humour
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- BSc Honours Degree 2.1 or higher in Human Science/related subjects- Biology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Anatomy (or equivalent)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Be able to work as a member of a team
Desirable
- Work Experience in the Health
- Work experience in busy environments
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Committed to providing high quality service
- IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills, data collection
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training
- Able to demonstrate calm, caring manner/attitude
- Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the health care setting
- Ability to work under own initiative
- Professional and Confident approach
- Able to work under pressure in intense clinical situations
Aptitudes
Essential
- Team player
- Responsible
- Good work ethic
- Quick learner
- Calm and patient
- Decisive
- Good sense of humour
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St.
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
