Senior Perfusionist

• Ensure all opportunities are taken to develop the skills required of a Senior Clinical Perfusion Scientist
• Maintain accurate Personal Development and Training Records
• Ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with policies and practices of Cambridge Perfusion LLP
• Achieve the re-accreditation criteria of the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists
• Have achieved all the criteria set out in CPS 94 Senior Perfusionist Competency Checklist

• Provide and receive complex information whilst communicating in an effective manner
• As a member of the multidisciplinary team, always be clear and courteous
• Accurately and promptly relay sensitive information to other members of the team when necessary
• Support other team members during, and after, stressful workplace events and take part in de-brief / post-op analysis, where appropriate

• A minimum of 2.5 years post qualification experience is preferable
• Be part of the team delivering 24/7 cover including on call and night shift
• Maintain the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland registration and comply with its professional code of conduct and guidelines
• Ensure a patient focussed clinical practice is maintained, monitored and audited.
• Have a current knowledge of best clinical practice
• Be able to discuss with colleagues and evaluate the management of individual patients to optimise the patients outcome
• Monitor, evaluate and contribute to changes in practice with the aim of improving patient care
• Utilise clinical knowledge and skills to support and supervise a Trainee clinical perfusion scientist
• Have an extensive working knowledge of advanced perfusion techniques and be competent in their theory and practical application

• Monitor a range of clinical information and act within procedural guidelines
• Have the adaptive skills that meet the individual needs of the patient, often in demanding clinical circumstances
• Develop reflective practice

• Assist the departmental Systems Manager in the maintenance of I.S.O. 9001:2015 Quality standards documentation.
• Ensure that all information is handled according to appropriate Hospital Trust/Cambridge Perfusion LLP policies, procedures, and protocols

• Responsible for careful use of all aspects of perfusion related equipment and comply with local reporting procedures relating to faults.
• Work with other members of the team to maintain stock levels.
• Ensure that equipment is in a safe working order prior to use. All faults should be reported using the Event Reporting system.

• Have due regard for the personal safety of themselves and others with respect to current health and safety regulations
• Fulfil all mandatory training obligations as directed by the Trust and Cambridge Perfusion LLP
• Make appropriate use of the available personal protective equipment
• Disassemble and remove contaminated clinical waste from theatre areas safely and ensure all equipment is disinfected according to local protocols
• Safely transfer patient on specialist devices between clinical areas showing regard for patient and personal safety
• Create, maintain and take responsibility for a healthy and safe working environment
• Take effective precautions to prevent the spread of infections to patients and colleagues

• All employees must adhere to the Information Governance, Confidentiality and Information Security policies and procedures
• All staff are required to be familiar with the arrangements for safeguarding of vulnerable adults

Essential

• Maters in Clinical Perfusion Science
• Fully accredited with the College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists in Great Britain & Ireland
• Full UK driving licence