Senior Clinical Perfusionist

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is looking for a Senior Clinical Perfusionist to provide high-quality care in managing patients' physiological functions. This role requires advanced knowledge in clinical perfusion techniques and registration with the pertinent professional body. The position offers varied hours, flexible working arrangements, and a salary dependent on experience ranging from £47,810 to £62,682.

Qualifications

• Masters level knowledge of routine and specialised clinical techniques.
• Evidence of advanced training in perfusion techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care managing physiological functions.
• Provide clinical perfusion and specialist services as part of a team.
• Perform complex blood coagulation assays and interpret results.

Skills

Clinical perfusion techniques

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Communication skills

Ability to manage time effectively

Ability to teach

Education

Masters level in Perfusion Science

Professional registration with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists

Job description

Go back Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Senior Clinical Perfusionist

The closing date is 17 November 2025

The Perfusion Department at Castle Hill Hospital is pleased to announce an opening for a dedicated and experienced Clinical Perfusion Scientist who is keen to participate in all aspects of service delivery. We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates enthusiasm and expertise in the field. While our preference is to appoint at Band 8a, we are open to Band 7 applicants with a view to develop into an 8a.

Castle Hill Hospital, part of the Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH), boasts comprehensive cardiothoracic facilities. Approx 700 cardiac and 700 diagnostic and major thoracic procedures are performed annually, encompassing elective, trauma, and emergency cases. These procedures are conducted within the hospital's three purpose-built, modern theatres, which are equipped with advanced technology.

From the day you arrive you will join our team of remarkable people, committed to your continued growth. We'll make sure you always feel a part of a flexible workforce that constantly seeks new ways of working to deliver the best care. We are a trust that works closely with our partners, that typifies this remarkable place and reflects its extraordinary people.

Hull, the UK's City of Culture 2017, rated by Rough Guide as one of the top ten tourist destinations. A hub for music festivals, nightlife, restaurants, theatres and bars. With well‑connected transport links to all UK cities, this is a great and affordable place to work, play, live and unwind.

Main duties of the job

As a Clinical Perfusion Scientist, you will play a crucial role in delivering high‑quality patient care, ensuring the safe and effective management of patients' physiological functions. You will be expected to deliver within the framework of a multi‑disciplinary team, collaborating with various healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The candidate will provide Clinical Perfusion and specialist services as part of a team and must be fully registered with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists GB&I.

• Perform a range of highly specialist Perfusion science activities relating to cardiopulmonary bypass with special reference to clinical, technical and scientific aspects.
• Perform a wide range of complex blood coagulation assays and draw upon expert knowledge to interpret and report results to a wide scope of staff including Cardiologists, Cardiac Surgeons, Nursing staff, Physiology Technicians and ODPS.
• Capable of maintaining intense concentration for extended periods during routine and specialist perfusion techniques, especially while monitoring complex data during cardiopulmonary bypass.
• Actively adapt to the dynamic clinical environment, including unpredictable workloads, emergency procedures, deadlines, and critical situations.
• Fully participate in the department's on‑call rota, ensuring the smooth operation of a 24‑hour service.

About us

The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.

Made up of two Trusts – Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) – our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world‑class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.

Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.

As teaching hospitals working with Hull York Medical School, we lead and contribute to research in many areas – biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.

We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.

Job responsibilities

For further details regarding this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Experience

• Masters level knowledge of routine and specialised clinical techniques.
• Deliver specialist training to the wider multidisciplinary team where appropriate.
• Knowledge of clinical hazards & emergency procedures.
• Up‑to‑date with latest developments.
• Evidence of advanced training in perfusion techniques.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power‑Point and Access.
• Hospital and perfusion databases.
• Accuracy.
• Able to manage time effectively.
• Ability to work as part of a wider team.
• Able to maintain intense levels of concentration.
• Able to interact with patients and their relatives where necessary.
• Accountable for own professional action.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Able to teach and relate to different staff groups.
• Good negotiation skills and ability to manage.

Attributes and Other Requirements

• Able to cope under pressure at all times.
• Good time‑keeping, punctuality and reliability.
• Willingness to advance own knowledge and understanding.
• Conscientious in all aspects of work.

Education and Qualifications

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent in Perfusion Science.
• Accredited by the Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland.
• Professional registration with College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland.
• Basic understanding of statistics.
• Evidence of continual professional development.
• Evidence of advanced training in perfusion techniques.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Castle Hill Hospital, Cardiac theatres, Perfusion.

Salary

Depending on experience £47,810 to £62,682

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full‑time, Part‑time

Reference number

356‑25‑7535666

Job locations

Castle Hill Hospital, Cardiac theatres, Perfusion.