Clinical Perfusionist

Position Details
Reference Number 182294
Position Title Clinical Perfusionist
Employment Status Permanent Full Time
Program Surgical & Critical Care
Location University Hospital Geelong
Salary $0.00
Hours Per Fortnight 80
Position Summary
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Line up your new Life and career with us!

• Be at the forefront of Cardiac Surgery/Perfusion innovation working in a multidisciplinary team
• Be part of a highly trained team providing Perfusion services to Cardiothoracic Surgery and ICU
• Enjoy working in one of the only Regional Cardiothoracic Surgery centres with exceptional lifestyle opportunities
• International candidates and visa sponsorship will be considered

Guided by our values, Barwon Health is Victoria's largest regional health care service and is also the largest employer in the Geelong and surf coast region, employing over 8700 staff. Barwon Health’s core facilities include the renowned in central Geelong, the in North Geelong, the , a vital services that includes child and family health support, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and urgent care. Four spanning the Region, that are delivered through a number of programs across the Geelong and Barwon South West region. and world renowned that that advances health and wellbeing for all.
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The cardiothoracic unit performs a wide range of complex cardiothoracic surgical procedures including bypass grafts, valve repair/replacement, minimally invasive cardiac surgery and aortic procedures. University Hospital Geelong is one of only two Tier 2 ECMO services in the state managing VA, VV and eCPR patients.
The perfusion unit is about to transition to 2 state-of-the-art Liva Nova Essenz Heart Lung Machines.
About the role
Take on the vital role of overseeing the setup and functionality of the heart-lung bypass machine, along with managing related equipment, during cardiothoracic surgeries and within intensive care settings. Offer perfusion expertise across a diverse range of surgical procedures, encompassing minimally invasive cardiac surgery.
Collaborate seamlessly within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the delivery of advanced ECMO care at a heightened level, including VA, VV, and eCPR modalities, as an integral part of a comprehensive state-wide ECMO service. Contribute to the expansion of a thriving cardiac surgical unit as it continues to grow and evolve.

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction

is an easy commute from all suburbs * Enjoy a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes at affordable prices.

• Flexible working arrangements – speak to us about hours ,days or shifts that suit your lifestyle
• Access to employee wellness facility
• A genuine community feel - we look after each other
• Wide range of professional development that enhances your careers
• Ability to take leave without pay and purchase additional leave

, and the Living Expenses capped at $9,010 which includes repayments on mortgages, credit cards, personal loans and rental payments and Meal Entertainment & Accommodation capped at $2,650 which includes food and drink consumed in a social or entertainment settings and some accommodation expenditure * To find out more about the Geelong region, visit our
page on the Barwon Health website.
At Barwon Health, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. We also strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments to submit your application for this role, please contact noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.
This role must be fully vaccinated for Covid -19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health immunisation policy.
Selection Criteria Essential: Can you please list Barwon Health's values?
Essential: Can you please choose one of Barwon Health's values and describe a situation in the workplace where you have displayed this value?
Essential: Current Australian and New Zealand College of Perfusionists Certification
Desirable: Masters of Perfusion
Desirable: Experience in Veno-venous and Veno-arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
Desirable: Experience with Intra Aortic Balloon Pumps
Desirable: Experience with Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Perfusion techniques
Desirable: Experience with Autologous Cell Salvage
Desirable: Experience with Point of Care testing devices including TEG
Essential: I agree, to commence employment, I am required to meet Barwon Health's immunisation requirements (including full Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination) set out in the Staff Immunisation Policy. I acknowledge that meeting this requirement is mandatory and a condition of employment subsequently offered.
Desirable: Are you an international applicant? If yes please provide the country you are currently working in? and the county you obtained your qualifications in?
Contact Person Chris Morley
Contact Person Job Title Chief Perfusionist Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Contact Number 03 4215 1801
Contact Email chrismo@barwonhealth.org.au
Alternate Contact Person Sue Brereton
Alternate Contact Number (03) 42151071
Closing Date 19/01/2024