Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist- Royal Brompton Hospital
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £46,419.00 to £55,046.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £46419.00 - £55046.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | London, SW3 6NP |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9196-26-0076 |
Summary
Main tasks & responsibilities: Clinical: Preparation of the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit under sterile conditions for use. Select the appropriate disposables and hardware according to the needs of the patient and surgical preferences. This may involve manual handling of heavy equipment. Implement a perfusion strategy for an individual patient based on the pre assessment of the patient records and discussion with the relevant medical groups. This will involve close working relationships with staff in a stressful working environment. Competently perform Intra Aortic Balloon Counter Pulsation therapy in all areas of the hospital. Ensure that stock levels are maintained at all times. Ensure all equipment is maintained and decontaminated to the department standard. Be proactive in the blood conservation programme following the better transfusion policy, by providing cell salvage to all patients. Administer blood transfusions following the better blood transfusion policy. Offer a blood management service to all specialties including sealants and gels. Assist with the provision of a specialist ECMO service to patients and other multi-disciplinary teams including initial assembly and technical support throughout the ECMO period. To be responsible for patient parameters whilst on cardiopulmonary bypass with the administration of drugs within set guidelines. Familiar with all emergency procedures for equipment failure and act according to the department procedures, ensuring patient safety. Maintain accurate real time patient records with hard copies correctly stored. To perform quality assurance procedures and checks. Taking the appropriate action in the event of failure. Accurately complete the data set requirements for the Trust.