Perfusionist (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Circle Health Group’s Ross Hall Hospital in Glasgow is seeking a Perfusionist for bank shifts. You will deliver cardiopulmonary bypass support, operate and monitor the heart-lung machine, and work with surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre teams to ensure safe perfusion.

This is a bank, on‑call role providing cover during busy periods and staff leave. Applicants should have MSc Perfusion Science (or SCPS-recognised) and HCPC registration, with demonstrated experience in cardiac theatres and a

Qualifications

• MSc in Clinical Perfusion Science or SCPS-recognised equivalent.
• HCPC registration as Clinical Perfusion Scientist.
• Experience in perfusion in cardiac theatres.
• 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 situations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Perfusion knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

MSc Perfusion Science

HCPC Registered

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 theTheatre 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 include:

• 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 & Benefits:

• Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

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