Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

Responsibilities will include the setting up and control of the heart-lung bypass equipment, which provides life support for adults and paediatrics during cardiac surgery. You will work towards becoming a qualified and autonomous practitioner, able to deliver clinical and professional perfusion services to the multidisciplinary team. You will undergo professional development to enable the Care Group to meet its contractual and professional targets.

A relevant Honours Degree (minimum 2:1) will be required in order to be eligible to undertake the Perfusion Science MSc. The post-holder will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team, be able adapt and respond to changing situations and the ability to work for long period of time.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

We are seeking applications from motivated and committed individuals to undertake training to become a Clinical Perfusion Scientists. The successful applicants will undertake full in-service training incorporating practical experience under supervision and academic study monthly block release as part of the post Graduate Perfusion Science MSc programme at University of Bristol necessary to achieve professional accreditation.

The Cardiovascular and Thoracic Care Group provides a regional service and is one of the largest Clinical Care Groups within the Trust. Currently, the cardiac team undertakes 1800 adults and 400 paediatric procedures per year within four cardiac theatres.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.