Clinical Perfusion Scientist - Main Grade/Senior

Job responsibilities

Job Summary: Main Grade Perfusionist

A Clinical Perfusion Scientist is responsible for the safe conduct of cardiopulmonary bypass and associated techniques. They must be able to make autonomous clinical decisions in challenging circumstances. They have a direct effect on the mortality and morbidity of patients. Their work includes activities that are complex and non-routine. The post holder must be part of the team and provide an efficient and effective perfusion service within their place of work. Working as directed by the Partners and team leaders.

The post involves mandatory participation in the departments on call rota and night shift.

Accountable to:

Duty perfusionist, Team leaders and Partners of Cambridge Perfusion LLP (the LLP)

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical practice

Training and Development

• Ensure all opportunities are taken to develop the skills required of a Clinical Perfusion Scientist
• Maintain accurate Personal Development and Training Records
• Ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with policies and practices of the LLP
• Achieve the re-accreditation criteria of the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists

Communication and working relationships

• Provide and receive complex information whilst communicating in an effective manner
• As a member of the multidisciplinary team, always be clear and courteous
• Accurately and promptly relay sensitive information to other members of the team when required
• Support other team members during, and after, stressful workplace events and take part in de-brief / post-op analysis, where appropriate

Knowledge and Professional Practice

• Be part of the team delivering 24/7 cover including on call and night shifts.
• Maintain the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland registration and comply with its professional code of conduct and guidelines
• Ensure a patient focussed clinical practice is maintained, monitored and audited.
• Have a current knowledge of best clinical practice.
• Be able to discuss with colleagues and evaluate the management of individual patients to optimise the patients outcome
• Monitor, evaluate and contribute to changes in practice with the aim of improving patient care
• Utilise clinical knowledge and skills to support and supervise a Trainee clinical perfusion scientist

Analytical and judgement skills

• Monitor a range of clinical information and act within procedural guidelines
• Have the adaptive skills that meet the individual needs of the patient, often in demanding clinical circumstances
• Develop reflective practice

Information and resources

• Assist the departmental Systems Manager in maintaining the I.S.O. 9001:2015 Quality standards documentation
• Ensure that all information is handled according to local Hospital Trust/Cambridge Perfusion LLP policies, procedures, and protocols
• Complete their electronic time sheet with hours worked in a timely manner along with any expense claims.

Financial and physical resources

• Be responsible for careful use of all perfusion related equipment
• Ensure that equipment is safe to use and comply with local fault reporting procedures
• Work with other members of the team to maintain stock levels
• Obey relevant protocols and procedures when moving perfusion equipment to ensure own safety and that of others
• Complete all appropriate paperwork and computer data entry for work done

Health and Safety

• Have due regard for the personal safety of themselves and others with respect to current health and safety regulations
• Fulfil all mandatory training obligations as directed by the Trust and LLP
• Make appropriate use of the available personal protective equipment
• Disassemble and remove contaminated clinical waste from clinical areas safely and ensure all equipment is disinfected according to local protocols
• Safely transfer patient on specialist devices between clinical areas showing regard for patient and personal safety
• Create, maintain and take responsibility for a healthy and safe working environment
• Take effective precautions to prevent the spread of infections to patients and colleagues

Confidentiality and Safeguarding

• All employees must adhere to the Information Governance, Confidentiality and Information Security policies and procedures
• All staff are required to be familiar with the arrangements for safeguarding of vulnerable adults

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Job Summary: Senior Perfusionist

A Senior Clinical Perfusion Scientist is responsible for the safe conduct of cardiopulmonary bypass and associated techniques. They must have a demonstrable experience and knowledge of advanced perfusion. They must be able to make autonomous clinical decisions in challenging circumstances and support colleagues when needed. Their work includes activities that are complex and non-routine. The post holder must be part of the team and provide an efficient and effective perfusion service within their place of work. Working as directed by the Partners and team leaders.

The post involves mandatory participation in the departments on call rota and night shift.

Accountable to:

Duty perfusionist, Team Leaders and Partners of Cambridge Perfusion LLP (the LLP)

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical practice

Training and Development

• Ensure all opportunities are taken to develop the skills required of a Senior Clinical Perfusion Scientist
• Maintain accurate Personal Development and Training Records
• Ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with policies and practices of Cambridge Perfusion LLP
• Achieve the re-accreditation criteria of the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists
• Have achieved all the criteria set out in CPS 94 Senior Perfusionist Competency Checklist

Communication and working relationships

• Provide and receive complex information whilst communicating in an effective manner
• As a member of the multidisciplinary team, always be clear and courteous
• Accurately and promptly relay sensitive information to other members of the team when necessary
• Support other team members during, and after, stressful workplace events and take part in de-brief / post-op analysis, where appropriate

Knowledge and Professional Practice

• Have a minimum of 2.5 years post qualification experience
• Be part of the team delivering 24/7 cover including on call and night shift
• Maintain the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland registration and comply with its professional code of conduct and guidelines
• Ensure a patient focussed clinical practice is maintained, monitored and audited.
• Have a current knowledge of best clinical practice
• Be able to discuss with colleagues and evaluate the management of individual patients to optimise the patients outcome
• Monitor, evaluate and contribute to changes in practice with the aim of improving patient care
• Utilise clinical knowledge and skills to support and supervise a Trainee clinical perfusion scientist
• Have an extensive working knowledge of advanced perfusion techniques and be competent in their theory and practical application

Analytical and judgement skills

• Monitor a range of clinical information and act within procedural guidelines
• Have the adaptive skills that meet the individual needs of the patient, often in demanding clinical circumstances
• Develop reflective practice

Information and resources

• Assist the departmental Systems Manager in the maintenance of I.S.O. 9001:2015 Quality standards documentation.
• Ensure that all information is handled according to appropriate Hospital Trust/Cambridge Perfusion Services LLP policies, procedures, and protocols

Financial and physical resources

• Responsible for careful use of all aspects of perfusion related equipment and comply with local reporting procedures relating to faults.
• Work with other members of the team to maintain stock levels.
• Ensure that equipment is in a safe working order prior to use. All faults should be reported using the Event Reporting system.

Health and Safety

• Have due regard for the personal safety of themselves and others with respect to current health and safety regulations
• Fulfil all mandatory training obligations as directed by the Trust and CPS LLP
• Make appropriate use of the available personal protective equipment
• Disassemble and remove contaminated clinical waste from theatre areas safely and ensure all equipment is disinfected according to local protocols
• Safely transfer patient on specialist devices between clinical areas showing regard for patient and personal safety
• Create, maintain and take responsibility for a healthy and safe working environment
• Take effective precautions to prevent the spread of infections to patients and colleagues

Confidentiality and Safeguarding

• All employees must adhere to the Information Governance, Confidentiality and Information Security policies and procedures
• All staff are required to be familiar with the arrangements for safeguarding of vulnerable adults

Physical

Essential

• Able to work independently and participate in departments 24-hour rota and emergency on call commitment
• Able to work independently and be able to participate in night shift system
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
• Manual dexterity
• Be organised

Desirable

• Evidence of training in a broad range of perfusion techniques

Experience

Essential

• MAIN GRADE
• Knowledge and practical experience of routine clinical perfusion techniques
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work within and outside of the department with credibility.
• SENIOR PERFUSIONIST
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience of routine and specialised clinical perfusion techniques
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work within and outside of the department with credibility.

Desirable

• MAIN GRADE
• Knowledge and practical experience of specialised clinical perfusion techniques

Personality

Essential

• Confident
• Autonomous
• Team player
• Self motivated
• Good time keeping, punctuality and reliability.
• Willingness to advance own knowledge and understanding
• Adaptable
• Resilient

Desirable

• Well presented and an ambassador of the company

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully accredited with the College of Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland
• Achieve the re-accreditation criteria at the predetermined intervals
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in post qualification training

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).