Trainee Clinical Perfusionist

2 weeks ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Beacon Hospital Full time

Job Title: Trainee Clinical Perfusionist

Department: Cardiac Services

Reports to: Deputy Principal Clinical Perfusionist

Date: 2024

Overall Purpose of Job

The purpose of this role is to train in Beacon Hospital as part of a structured programme to be a Clinical Perfusionist. The role will be an employee of Beacon Hospital, and commit to successfully undertake a two-year funded MSc in Clinical Perfusion Science in association with University Bristol, leading to full registration with The College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists GB and Ireland.

The Trainee Clinical Perfusionist, as a member of the Cardiac Services Team will learn to provide clinical and professional perfusion services as part of a multi-disciplinary team. They will also learn to provide a wide range of Perfusion Services additional to cardiopulmonary bypass to facilitate the full range of surgical techniques at Beacon Hospital.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

Summary

The role of the Trainee Perfusionist is to attain the correct qualifications, knowledge and skills to practice as an autonomous Clinical Perfusion Scientist by the end of a 2-year training period. The two-year training programme will be funded by Beacon Hospital. Upon completion of training and successfully achieving an MSc in Clinical Perfusion Science, the role holder will achieve the title of Clinical Perfusionist, and will be contractually required to complete a minimum of three years post qualification employment with Beacon Hospital.Training is undertaken in the clinical environment at Beacon Hospital and supported with distance learning at Bristol University to obtain an MSc in Perfusion Science (more details available from ,research%20relating%20to%20perfusion%20science.

General

Comply with the professional code of conduct and guidelines of the Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland.Maintain Beacon Hospital Mandatory training requirements.Learn to become an autonomous practitioner who leads by example and acts as a role model, providing clinical and professional perfusion services as part of a multidisciplinary team.Keep up to date with current developments in the field of perfusion and have an awareness of future implications for development of current cardiac service.Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues in the multi-disciplinary team aiding a good working relationship.Demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice with peers and mentorsAutonomously manage work time with training, research and workload.Monitor stock levels and take appropriate actions when required.Prepare and present information at Audit events to the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team.Learn to conduct cardiopulmonary bypass on patients undergoing a wide range of highly complex open-heart surgery procedures whilst constantly monitoring, interpreting and manipulating multiple complex clinical parameters; taking corrective actions including blood transfusion and drug administration.Be able to maintain intense levels of concentration in all aspects of patient management for prolonged periods of timeMaintain accurate records of perfusion and patient parameters during open-heart surgery.Learn to set up, prime and clinically manage cardiopulmonary bypass equipment for cardiac surgical procedures according to perfusion procedure and protocols. All cases will be done with a named supervisor.Assist with perfusion related procedures and services outside the confines of cardiac theatres when and wherever required for example emergencies on the ward, Cath lab and Intensive care.With the assistance of a qualified perfusionist, determine and execute appropriate extracorporeal support using a range of perfusion related devices.Learn to clinically manage the use of Intra-Aortic Counter-Pulsation catheters Learn to clinically manage the use of Cell Salvage Machines including the use of autologous platelet rich plasmapheresis and providing expertise to nursing staff on intensive care if required.Ensure application of aseptic technique throughout clinical procedures and safely dispose of all infected/contaminated disposables.To take precautions to protect the patients, other staff and yourself from the spread of infection within the workplace.Ensure quality control, calibration, maintenance, and servicing of all medical equipment within the perfusion department, ensuring to comply with the necessary reporting procedures relating to faults.Work to the quality (JCI), regulatory and professional standards governing perfusion services.Assist in the development and continual review of all departmental protocols and policies relating to clinical perfusion to reflect best practice, current health and safety legislation and changing requirements for service provision.Participate in relevant research projects and audits within or involving the perfusion department.Develop, maintain and contribute knowledge of clinical advances in specialist areas of expertise through attending local, national and international conferences and to present these findings to other members of the department where appropriate.Become familiar and confident with all point of care testing devices within the perfusion department.Communicate in an effective, clear, precise way as a key member of the cardiac multi-disciplinary team, providing and receiving complex and/or contentious information to ensure a positive patient outcome.Have an up to date knowledge of disease processes and conditions relevant to the conduct of cardiopulmonary bypass.Develop a knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of relevant cardiovascular drugs employed during and affecting cardiopulmonary bypass.Contribute to evidence based clinical practice by critically reviewing current literature and help to ensure effective delivery of the perfusion serviceEnsure 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.Undertake audit and research as required, ensuring findings are disseminated appropriately and recommendations are implemented.

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 Specification

Qualifications

BSc/MSc in a Science / Medicine discipline.

Experience

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

Computer Literate.

Good communication skills, written and verbal.

Attention to detail.

Able to maintain intense levels of concentration.

High level of organisational skill.

Ability to work calmly, efficiently and effectively in stressful, emotive and emergency situations.

Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and be an assertive team player.

Highly motivated and able to use own initiative.

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 communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to relate well to a broad spectrum of staff, physicians and patients.

Ability to think critically and analyse and solve problems.

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.


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