At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality perfusion services for cardiac surgery.
- Company: Join the innovative team at John Hunter Hospital, a leader in cardiac care.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, salary packaging, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity to work in a new state-of-the-art facility.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cardiac surgery while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Must be a certified Clinical Perfusionist with extensive clinical experience.
The predicted salary is between 88.18 - 88.18 $ per hour.
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Perfusionist to join the Cardiac Surgical Program at John Hunter Hospital as Deputy Director of Perfusion Service (Grade 3) on a temporary six-month contract. You’ll join a close-knit team of four perfusionists (3.0 FTE) supporting a well-established Cardiac Surgical Program that has been delivering cardiac surgery since 1992. Based within Surgical Services, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to service leadership, support the delivery of high-quality perfusion services and work alongside a dedicated cardiac surgery team.
With cardiac surgery preparing to transition into the new Acute Services Building (ASB), the service is entering an exciting new chapter. The new facility will feature two operating theatres, with a dedicated perfusion set-up room conveniently located between them. This temporary opportunity arises as the substantive Deputy Director undertakes a six-month relieving appointment as Director of Perfusion Service, commencing 15 February 2027.
About you
You’ll be an experienced, motivated Perfusionist with strong clinical skills, a collaborative approach and the confidence to step into a leadership role. You’ll be supported through orientation and guidance from the Acting Director of Perfusion Service. This role requires a commitment to participating in the on-call roster and working regular unplanned overtime to support the needs of the Cardiac Surgical Program.
Requirements
- Certification as a Clinical Perfusionist with Australian and New Zealand Board of Perfusion (ANZBP) or Overseas Trained Perfusionist who has been assessed by the ANZBP to have qualifications, training and competence that are acceptable for recognition.
- Ability and willingness to participate in an on-call roster and unplanned overtime.
- Extensive clinical experience working as a Clinical Perfusionist.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a perfusion department with demonstrated ability to manage the everyday operations of a small team of health professionals.
What we can offer:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options- up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information: An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies. To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
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