Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist- Royal Brompton Hospital

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic trainee to join our existing team at the Royal Brompton Hospital. The successful candidate will enter our two year clinical training program where they will be trained to deliver a wide range of perfusion techniques, including cardiopulmonary bypass, intra-aortic balloon counter pulsation, intra-operative cell salvage, and extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation.

As part of your training, you will be required to study towards an MSc in Clinical Perfusion at Bristol University, and all job offers will be subject to eligibility to enroll on this course. Upon successful completion of the MSc and our clinical training program, you will be required to undertake the Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists practical exam leading to accreditation with the Society and professional registration with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland.

Candidates should have a minimum grade of 2:1 at BSc level in an appropriate biological science, have good communication skills, and be able to demonstrate the ability to work well within a team. Previous experience of working in a hospital or theater environment would be desirable but is not necessary.

Job Summary

• As a trainee Clinical Perfusionist, you will be part of a dynamic team providing extra corporeal circulation to all patients having cardiac surgery.
• The post holder will be trained to carry out Clinical Perfusion under direct supervision.
• Primarily based at the RBH.
• Training will be given to achieve accreditation with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists.
• College attendance at Bristol University to gain an MSc in Perfusion.

Our vision is to be the leading national and international centre for treating heart and lung disease, developing services through research and clinical practice to improve the health of people across the world.

In Order To Achieve This Vision We Aim To

• Provide specialist and sub-specialist expertise and clinical care for our patients.
• Undertake pioneering and world-class research into heart and lung disease in order to develop new forms of treatment which can be applied across the NHS and beyond.
• Recruit, train and develop tomorrow’s international clinical leaders and experts.
• Develop and continuously improve responsive service models in partnership with our patients, carers, partner organisations, and the public.
• Generate surpluses to invest in new technologies and services.

We are supported in this by active patient and community groups who enthusiastically encourage and challenge us to deliver our goals.

For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Tim Jackson
Job title: Head of Perfusion
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 02073518741