Senior Cardiac Perfusion Scientist — Lead ECMO & DHCA Care

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton is seeking an expert Senior Clinical Perfusion Scientist to join their cardiac surgery service. This role involves providing expert perfusion support for all cardiac surgeries, supporting multidisciplinary collaboration, and participating in the on-call rota. Ideal candidates will be accredited by relevant organizations and possess excellent communication skills. The Trust offers a recruitment premium and development opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Recruitment and retention premium of £5,000 p.a.

Development opportunities

Support for relocation

Qualifications

• Accreditation by the Society of Perfusionists of Great Britain & Ireland (SPGBI).
• Experience in adult cardiac perfusion; paediatric and ACHD experience desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; empathy and compassion at the heart of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert perfusion support for all cardiac surgical techniques.
• Administer on-call rota and perform administrative duties.
• Deliver high quality care within a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Expert perfusion support for cardiac surgeries

Empathy and compassion

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Education

Accreditation by SPGBI

Registration with CCPPGBI

Job description

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton is seeking an expert Senior Clinical Perfusion Scientist to join their cardiac surgery service. This role involves providing expert perfusion support for all cardiac surgeries, supporting multidisciplinary collaboration, and participating in the on-call rota. Ideal candidates will be accredited by relevant organizations and possess excellent communication skills. The Trust offers a recruitment premium and development opportunities within a supportive environment.