Perfusionist (Bank)

Circle Health Group Limited (Weekly Payroll); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Private medical cover

Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group seeks a Perfusionist to join the Ross Hall Hospital team on a bank basis, working as and when required to supplement staffing during busy periods and to provide cover for annual leave or absence.

You will deliver cardiopulmonary bypass support in cardiac theatres, operate the heart-lung machine, collaborate with surgeons and anaesthetists, maintain perfusion records and contribute to trainee mentoring within Circle Health Group's theatre teams.

Qualifications

• MSc in Clinical Perfusion Science or equivalent qualification recognised by the SCPS.
• HCPC registration as Clinical Perfusion Scientist.
• Experience as a perfusionist in cardiac theatres.
• CPD demonstrated and commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver CPB support for cardiac surgery patients.
• Operate and monitor the heart-lung machine during procedures.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre staff.
• Maintain perfusion records in line with SCPS and Circle policies.
• Provide training and mentorship to trainees and staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Decision-making

Calm under pressure

Education

MSc in Clinical Perfusion Science

Tools

Heart-lung machine

Perfusion equipment

Job description

Perfusionist (Bank) Ross Hall Hospital Bank Shifts

Salary: Paid Per Case

Ross Hall Hospital in Glasgow is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. We have an opportunity for a Perfusionist to join their team of staff in the Theatre department. This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role

• Deliver cardiopulmonary bypass support for patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain the heart-lung machine and associated equipment during surgery.
• Work closely with surgeons and anaesthetists to ensure safe, effective perfusion support tailored to patient needs.
• Collaborate with cardiac surgery, anaesthesia, theatre nursing, and ICU colleagues to ensure safe patient pathways.
• Maintain accurate clinical records of perfusion activity in line with SCPS guidelines and Circle Health Group policies.
• Provide training, supervision, and mentorship to trainee perfusionists and other staff.

Applicants should meet the following criteria

• MSc in Clinical Perfusion Science or equivalent qualification recognised by the Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists (SCPS).
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical Perfusion Scientist.
• Demonstrable experience working as a perfusionist in cardiac theatres.
• Comprehensive knowledge of perfusion equipment, extracorporeal circulation techniques, and relevant legislation.
• Evidence of CPD and commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical decision‑making skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high‑pressure, life‑critical situations.

Salary & Bonuses

• Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.
• Private medical cover.
• Flexible working hours.
• Wellbeing support.
• Career development opportunities.

About Circle Health Group

Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values. To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy. Your health, your choice – we make it happen. We’re also passionate about out people.

At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world‑class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait.

We’re also passionate about out people. With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive. Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare.