We currently have 1 full
time fixed term trainee position available (maximum 2-year
appointment).
At the conclusion of the
traineeship and successful completion of the relevant
qualifications, the trainee will be eligible to apply for Clinical
Perfusionist roles within WA Health.
VCID
No. 656908
Position
Profile
We are seeking a trainee
Clinical
Perfusionist to join our team and assist in
providing clinical perfusion services during paediatric cardiac
surgery and other cardiac procedures, primarily at Perth
Children’s Hospital (PCH). The trainee Clinical Perfusionist
will also gain experience in heart lung bypass and Extra Corporeal
Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO).
Over a 2-year period, you
will be provided with comprehensive training and support to develop
the skills needed to excel in this critical role.
- Online
Master’s degree education will be completed through the
Monash University.
- Paediatric practical
training will be completed at Perth Children’s Hospital,
with additional adult experience provided at Fiona Stanley
Hospital in order to meet the minimum course
requirements.
Support and study
time will be provided, with a focus on building competency
in procedures. You will be orientated to working within a hospital
and operating room, and introduced to processes that are essential
to the role.
Log book and
certification: You will have the opportunity to complete
the 200 bypass cases as required by the ANZCP over the period of
the two year training program and gain experience in both
paediatric and adult perfusion.
- After
passing the ANZCP examination you will complete your
traineeship with a Certificate of Clinical Perfusion and be
eligible to apply to any future Clinical Perfusionist vacancies
within WA Health.
Application
Eligibility:
- A
minimum WAM (weighted average mark) of 60% and above in either
a Science, Biomedical Science, Applied Science, Health Science
or Biomedical Engineering tertiary qualification in order to be
eligible for the Masters of Extracorporeal Science at Monash
University.
- Available to work
supported on-call hours at both Perth Children’s Hospital
and Fiona Stanley Hospital.
- Prior
experience working in a hospital will be
advantageous.
About the
Role
As a Clinical Perfusionist,
you will ensure optimal blood circulation and oxygenation for our
young patients during surgery, and maintain haemodynamic
monitoring, and consult with medical teams in a demanding operating
room environment.
Role responsibilities once
fully qualified include:
Administering ECMO for
patients requiring cardiac and/or respiratory life support,
monitoring and adjusting physiological parameters as needed. This
means:
- Operation of the
cardiopulmonary bypass (Heart Lung) machine or
“pump” used during heart surgery and associated
procedures, ensuring adherence to protocols and guidelines. The
heart-lung machine is used to facilitate blood circulation
while the heart and lungs are bypassed during surgery, to
continue delivery of deliver blood and oxygen to the
patient’s organs and tissues.
- Maintaining the
haemodynamic monitoring blood pressure, dilution factor, and
heart paralysis.
- Administering prescribed
medications to control blood pressure and maintain acid-base
balance.
- Collaborating with
multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care
and act as an advocate for patients and their
families.
- Ensuring
equipment is calibrated, tested, and safely administered for
perfusion and ECMO procedures.
- Participate in ongoing
registration, professional development and educational meetings
to enhance skills and knowledge. Contribute to the development
of perfusion science through research and
scholarship.
About
our Department:
Based at Perth
Children’s Hospital, our multidisciplinary team of Paediatric
Cardiac Surgeons, Neonatologists, Intensivists, Cardiologists,
Perfusionists, Nurses, and other specialists provide a statewide
service to patients from newborn to 16 years old with complex heart
and lung conditions, providing life-saving care during cardiac
surgery.
Clinical Perfusionists
primarily operate within cardiac operating theatres, contributing
to Cardiac Catheter Laboratories and assisting in select Vascular
cases. We offer an ECMO service for paediatric patients, providing
essential support for surgical procedures as required.
ECMO (Extracorporeal
Membrane Oxygenation) or ECLS (Extracorporeal Life Support) is
utilised for children facing challenges such as neonatal lung
diseases, sepsis, and respiratory failure, among others, or when
failing to wean off cardiopulmonary bypass. This technology
provides vital support and allows the patient’s heart time to
recuperate after surgery.
As part of our commitment to
continuous improvement, we work in partnership with tertiary
hospitals providing adult care, and actively participate in
innovative research, education and comprehensive clinical training
to continually enhance the quality of care provided.
Why
Join Us:
- State-of-the-Art
Facilities: Work in dedicated cardiac operating theatres
equipped with advanced technology to support paediatric cardiac
care.
- Comprehensive Training:
Benefit from in-house training and support from experienced
perfusionists, as well as opportunities for ongoing
professional development.
- Impactful Work: Make a
real difference in the lives of paediatric patients with
complex heart conditions, providing essential support during
critical surgeries.
How
to Apply:
We welcome your application
via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this
page. Your application should contain the following:
- A
statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3
pages.
- A
current resume which summarises your experience and how you are
able to meet the position requirements.
- The
name, email and contact details of two
referees who can be contacted to provide a
confidential report (we will contact you and seek your
confirmation prior to contacting your listed
referees).
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
For Further
Job-Related Information: We encourage you to
contact Mr David Andrews, Head of Department Cardiothoracic
Surgery on David.Andrews@health.wa.gov.au or
6456 8240.
Help in submitting
your application: If you experience technical
difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee
Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business
hours.
Eligibility: To
be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working
visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen,
permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in
Australia (for permanent appointments).
This position is subject to
a Western Australian Working with
Children (WWC) Check. For further information
please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
About CAHS:
The Child and Adolescent
Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider
for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the
State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children
and young people. CAHS comprises four service areas: Neonatology,
Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
(CAMHS) and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH).
With over 6500 employees,
our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial
Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 170
community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.
For further information
about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services
please click
here.
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of
trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part
of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment
on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour.
WA Health is committed to
eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our
service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications
from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with
disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our
Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce
Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of
the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this
position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are
encouraged to apply.
Whilst this selection
process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may
also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the
health service. In addition to this, should the successful
applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next
most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.
Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12)
months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment
decision.
CAHS is committed to
providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our
values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During
the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil
the responsibilities of this position in accordance with these
values.
For
Assistance including any adjustment needed
to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries –
please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team
(START) service via email: CAHS.TalentAcquisition@health.wa.gov.au.
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