Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. This role is an apprenticeship over 30 months to become a Clinical Perfusion Scientist. The successful applicant will undertake full in‑service training, incorporating practical experience under supervision and academic study on monthly block release as part of the post‑graduate Perfusion Science MSc programme at the University of Bristol, necessary to achieve professional accreditation.
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton provides an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities will include setting up and controlling the heart‑lung bypass equipment, which provides life support for adults 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.
What We’re Looking For
A relevant Honours Degree (minimum 2:1) will be required to be eligible to undertake the Perfusion Science MSc. The post‑holder will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team, the ability to adapt and respond to changing situations, and the ability to work for long periods under pressure.
Essential Criteria
* Minimum 2.1 BSc in science or relevant subject
* Demonstrate problem solving in various settings
* Able to work unsociable hours and cover additional hours where required
* Willingness to participate fully in the on‑call rota during training
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Desirable Criteria
* Previous work experience in a healthcare environment
* Full driving licence
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