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Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You must have a 2.1 life science degree, commit to on-call duties, and attend the University of Bristol for an MSc in Perfusion Science.
  • You will set up and operate the Heart Lung machine, manage cell salvage and IABP, and support ECMO and mechanical circulatory devices for cardiac surgeries and transplants.

Requirements

  • All applicants must possess a life science honours degree, with minimum 2.1, and be able to commit to an eventual departmental on-call rotation.
  • The successful candidate will be required to attend The University of Bristol for completion of a Perfusion Science (MSc).
  • Applicants must be available to attend the each designated week of the MSc course.

Responsibilities

  • The main duty of the role is the set up and running of the Heart Lung machine for cardiac surgery.
  • In addition the perfusion department is responsible for the cell salvage machines and Intra Aortic Balloon Pumps.
  • Wythenshawe is a transplant centre, and so the perfusion department uses mechanical circulatory support devices. These include ventricular assist devices, Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and Heartmate 3.
  • Wythenshawe also provides a Veno-Veno Respiratory ECMO service and has the capacity to retrieve patients from 'outside' units.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist position?

Applicants must possess a life science honours degree with a minimum grade of 2.1.

Is there an on-call rotation for this role?

Yes, candidates must be able to commit to an eventual departmental on-call rotation.

Where will the MSc in Perfusion Science be completed?

The MSc is completed through one-week blocks of study at The University of Bristol alongside practical training at Wythenshawe Hospital.

What are the main duties of a Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist?

The main duty is to set up and run the Heart Lung machine for cardiac surgery. Other responsibilities include managing cell salvage machines and Intra Aortic Balloon Pumps.

What types of medical devices will I work with in this role?

You will work with mechanical circulatory support devices, including ventricular assist devices, Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), and Heartmate 3.

Can I arrange an informal visit to the perfusion department?

Yes, informal visits can be arranged by contacting Bryce Pate or the perfusion office at the provided telephone number or email.

What makes Manchester Foundation Trust unique?

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn, providing extensive integrated health and social care services and promoting collaboration and transformation among its workforce.

What support does MFT offer for research and education?

MFT is a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, offering a robust infrastructure to facilitate high-quality research programmes.

What kind of work environment does MFT promote?

MFT fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent.

Are there opportunities for career development within MFT?

Yes, MFT encourages career development and supports staff in pursuing their most ambitious goals within the organization.

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
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Mission & Purpose

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, employing over 20,000 staff. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services. We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialised services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology Cancer, Paediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology and Genomic Medicine.