Clinical Perfusionist

Job title:

Clinical Perfusionist

Company

Beacon Hospital

Job description

Job Title: Clinical PerfusionistDepartment: Surgical ServicesReports to: Chief PerfusionistDate: 2024Overall Purpose of JobThe purpose of this role is to provide Clinical Perfusion services to Beacon Hospital, in accordance with the mission, values, vision and strategic plan of the Hospital.The Clinical Perfusionist, as a member of the Surgical Services Team will operate heart-lung equipment during surgery, under the direction of the Surgeon; administer various types of blood products and medication; control the temperature and blood flow of the patient, and monitor the patients circulatory process during the procedure.Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

• To provide clinical and technical perfusion during both routine and emergency procedures in a competent, efficient and cost effective manner.
• The clinical perfusionist will operate the heart-lung machine delivering Cardio-Pulmonary Bypass (CPB) along with cell salvage systems and Intra- Aortic balloon pump.
• Setting up, priming and running the heart lung machine to maintain life support for the period of cardiopulmonary bypass.
• Administering drugs including colloid/crystalloid fluids, vasoactive drugs, cardioplegia solution and osmotic diuretics as clinically indicated.
• Monitoring the patient’s haemodynamic status and assessing throughout the procedure to deliver concise, accurate instructions to the surgical and anaesthetic team.
• Ensuring quality control, calibration and maintenance is in place for the relevant specialist perfusion/blood management equipment.
• Ensure that patient needs are at the centre of care delivery
• Ensure that there are systems in place that mean the provision of care takes place in a suitable and safe environment. Identify clinical risks across the service and ensure that appropriate action is taken to highlight and remedy any risks identified.
• Work in partnership with the Surgeons, the Perfusion team, and the Surgical Services teams to ensure that care, treatment and service needs are met, ensuring a high standard of service.
• Provide and demonstrate sound clinical judgement and develop support mechanisms for sharing good practice, encouraging service innovation, and staying up to date with developments within Perfusion and related services.
• Act as a clinical expert in Perfusion to Beacon Hospital, demonstrating specialist skills and knowledge of the discipline.
• Participate in continuous professional development learning as required by your professional body, staying up to speed with regulations, practices, and procedural changes.
• Maintain and promote effective communication with all members of the Perfusion team, Surgical Services teams, and beyond.
• Undertake audit and research as required, ensuring findings are disseminated appropriately and recommendations are implemented.
• Work in full compliance with Beacon Hospitals Quality and Safety systems.

Note: These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the Hospital.Person SpecificationQualifications

• BSc/MSc in a science discipline.
• Fully accredited and registered with the college of clinical perfusion scientists of Great Britain & Ireland

Experience

• At least 5 years- experience as a Clinical Perfusionist,
• Possess and maintain the requisite knowledge and competency to perform the requirements of the role.
• Experience of working in an acute technologically advanced hospital setting.

Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations set forth by governmental and regulatory agencies that govern all aspects of operating as a Perfusionist
• Good knowledge of the principles and concepts of administration and management, especially as they relate to a private health care institution, including budget, finance, personnel, contracts, etc.
• Thorough knowledge of the functional aspects, professional relationships, and procedures used in a private hospital care, as they relate to Perfusion

Personal Competencies

• All posts in Beacon Hospital require a high level of flexibility to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient service. Therefore, the post holder will be required to demonstrate flexibility as and when required by their manager and / or hospital management.
• Professional and positive approach in building relationships and quickly gain credibility with work colleagues.
• Self-motivated, dynamic, creative and able to work on own initiative.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-changing work environment.
• Ability to implement new systems and procedures.
• Ability to make correct decisions in stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to relate well to a broad spectrum of staff, physicians and patients.
• Ability to effectively develop and present in-service modules.
• Ability to think critically and analyse and solve problems.
• Ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.

This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility and deliverables at the time of its writing. As the Hospital and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the Hospital.

Expected salary

Location

Dublin

Job date

Sat, 04 May 2024 22:50:33 GMT

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