Description:
Perfusionist
The Royal Hobart Hospital and Department of General Medicine are recruiting suitably qualified applicants for a Perfusionist.
We are looking for an experienced Perfusionist to help provide perfusion services within the Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit. This includes Cardiopulmonary bypass procedures and all associated circulatory support.
Who are we?
Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s largest hospital, and the Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit within the RHH is the tertiary referral centre for all cardiothoracic surgery in Tasmania. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
We strive to provide excellent Cardiothoracic Surgical care to the 500,000-strong population of Tasmania.
The role:
- Assist the Clinical Perfusion Services section of the Tasmanian Cardiothoracic Unit in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Provide specialist perfusion services conducting perfusion services in cardiopulmonary bypass procedures and operating associated circulatory support systems.
- Participate in the on-call roster for cardiothoracic surgical services
- Provide user maintenance on a range of perfusion equipment.
- Contribute to providing clinical perfusion services in an effective and coordinated manner.
- Operate as a member of the Cardiac Surgery Team providing a clinical service and specialist activity.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of Appointment
Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*Notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
- Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.
Salary package of up to $230,000 inclusive of:
- Market allowance 30%
- On call and call back as negotiated
- 11% superannuation
Plus+
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
- Relocation and accommodation assistance, within Department of Health guidelines
- Access to salary packaging a wide range of benefits including living expenses of up to $9,010
- + $2,650 in meals and entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Please note that access to base salaries beyond $126,845 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- Tertiary qualification/program of study recognised by the Australian and New Zealand Board of Perfusion
- Holds a Certificate of Clinical Perfusion awarded by the Australian and New Zealand Board of Perfusion.
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
- Conviction checks in the following areas:
- crimes of violence
- sex related offences
- serious drug offences
- crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
How to Apply
Please apply online by visiting: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/759/cw/en/job/1114666/perfusionist-510486
Closing: Sunday 28 April, 2024 11:55 PM
For more information contact -
Colin Banks
Position: Nursing Director Phone: (03) 6166 6738 E-mail: [emailprotected]
Important information
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The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $230,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person