Senior Clinical Perfusion Scientist

at  Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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.
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.
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.
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

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