Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist

About the Role

An exciting opportunity is available for a Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist within a progressive Perfusion Department at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). Wythenshawe Hospital is a leader in cardiac surgery, offering comprehensive adult cardiac surgery services, including ventricular assist devices (V.A.D.), heart and lung transplantation, and respiratory extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (E.C.M.O.). This role requires a friendly, dynamic, and enthusiastic individual who can work both independently and collaboratively within a team. The successful candidate must be able to perform under pressure and maintain focus during extended periods in stressful situations.

MFT is a large healthcare provider, serving over a million people annually with a team of over 30,000. As Europe's largest health academic campus, MFT is dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive environment for career growth, utilizing the Hive Electronic Patient Record system for enhanced patient care. Join a multidisciplinary community focused on transforming lives through exceptional healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and manage the Heart Lung machine during cardiac surgery procedures.
• Oversee the operation of cell salvage machines.
• Manage Intra Aortic Balloon Pumps.
• Utilize mechanical circulatory support devices, including ventricular assist devices, Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), and Heartmate 3, as Wythenshawe is a transplant center.
• Provide Veno Veno Respiratory ECMO services and conduct patient retrievals from external units.
• Commit to an eventual departmental on-call rotation.
• Attend The University of Bristol for the Perfusion Science (MSc) program, involving weekly blocks of study combined with practical training at Wythenshawe Hospital.

Requirements

• Possession of a Life Science Honours degree with a minimum classification of 2.1.
• Availability to attend all designated weeks of the MSc course at Bristol University.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Capacity to work autonomously and take initiative.
• Resilience and ability to perform under pressure.

Perks

• Opportunity to train as a Clinical Perfusion Scientist.
• Gain hands-on experience in a leading cardiac surgery unit.
• Professional development pathways within a large NHS Trust.
• Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary work environment.
• Contribute to life-transforming patient care.

Additional Information

Informal inquiries and visits can be arranged by contacting Bryce Pate or Gemma Butterworth in the perfusion office. Contact details: Bryce Pate (Lead Clinical Perfusionist) at Bryce.Pate@mft.nhs.uk or 0161 291 3371. Office hours for contact are Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00.