Trainee Clinical Perfusionist

• Fitzroy Location
• 2 Fixed Term positions until June 2028
• Ongoing Training and Development Opportunities
• Excellent Career Progression

About the Role

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne has been selected to participate in the Pilot Perfusion Training Program and is seeking motivated candidates to train as Clinical Perfusionists. This unique opportunity offers a structured pathway into a highly specialised profession, supporting patients undergoing complex cardiac surgery and critical care procedures.

As a Clinical Perfusionist Trainee, you will:

• Provide specialised extracorporeal circulatory and respiratory support for patients undergoing cardiac surgery and critical care procedures.
• Assist in the safe delivery of cardiopulmonary bypass and related perfusion services in accordance with Australian and New Zealand College of Perfusionists (ANZCP) clinical standards.
• Contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and outcomes.
• Participate in a comprehensive training program combining academic study and supervised clinical practice.

Classification: Grade 1 Year 1
Salary: $53 per hour

Your Contribution

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Enrolment in the Master of Cardiovascular Perfusion (M6050) at Monash University (mandatory).
• Registration as a Clinical Perfusion Trainee through the Australian and New Zealand College of Perfusionists (ANZCP) trainee pathway (mandatory).
• A strong foundation in health and science through a relevant undergraduate qualification, such as:
• Biomedical Science
• Medical Science
• Biological Science
• Clinical Science
• Health Science
• Current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain.

What We Offer

At St Vincent's, we are committed to supporting our people to thrive both professionally and personally.

• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
• Access to wellbeing initiatives, programs and events.
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling services.
• Discounts and promotions through the St Vincent's Foundation.
• A culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Convenient Fitzroy location, close to Melbourne CBD, public transport, cafes and parking options.

About the Perfusion Service

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne has 12 operating suites and performs more than 12,000 procedures annually.

The Cardiac Surgery Service undertakes approximately 450 procedures each year, including:

• Coronary artery bypass graft surgery
• Valve repair and replacement procedures
• Adult congenital cardiac surgery
• Complex aortic surgery

As part of this service, the Perfusion Team plays a critical role in supporting patients through some of the most complex cardiac procedures performed at St Vincent's.

Working at St Vincent's

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. Driven by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, we provide a diverse range of adult clinical services and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care, education and research.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter as part of your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is central to our mission, and we value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations and vaccinations, including annual influenza vaccination. Please contact us if you would like further information.

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Contact

Craig Moir craig.moir@svha.org.au