Theatre Practitioner - Corbett Hospital Day Surgery Unit
- Employer
- The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
- Location
- Amblecote, Stourbridge
- Salary
- £29,970 to £36,483 Per annum
- Closing date
- 13 Nov 2024
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- Profession
- Other Health Profession
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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CORBETT HOSPITAL DAY SURGERY UNIT
THEATRE PRACTITIONER - BAND 5
HOURS: 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK - PERMANENT
An opportunity has arisen for a Theatre Practitioner to join the team at Corbett Day Surgery Unit (Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust).
The post holder will join a team of friendly trained nurses and CSW's to care for patients undergoing surgical procedures within our busy day surgery unit.
Previous theatre experience would be desirable, however a full training and competence package would be given to the successful candidate.
The successful candidate would be required to work across site at Russells Hall Hospital in our sister department Minor Procedure Rooms and when required Main and DSU theatres.
Main duties of the job
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of providing safe, caring and effective services because people matter. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as BAME, disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
Knowledge & Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
Employer details
Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Corbett Hospital
Vicarage Road
Amblecote, Stourbridge
DY8 4JB
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
253-1124-6748243
THEATRE PRACTITIONER - BAND 5
HOURS: 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK - PERMANENT
An opportunity has arisen for a Theatre Practitioner to join the team at Corbett Day Surgery Unit (Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust).
The post holder will join a team of friendly trained nurses and CSW's to care for patients undergoing surgical procedures within our busy day surgery unit.
Previous theatre experience would be desirable, however a full training and competence package would be given to the successful candidate.
The successful candidate would be required to work across site at Russells Hall Hospital in our sister department Minor Procedure Rooms and when required Main and DSU theatres.
Main duties of the job
- Deliver a high standard of patient care, ensuring that procedures and treatments are carried out in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures.
- Organise day-to-day work of any area given to control by the Specialty Manager/Team Leader, as applicable to level of competence and skill.
- Liaise with medical staff, departments and senior nursing staff as appropriate to maintain the smooth running of services.
- Ensure that all appropriate staff are kept informed of any changes to procedures, lists etc.
- Supervise work of learners and junior staff allocated to area commensurate with their level of competency and skill.
- Ensure adequate information is given to patients, relatives, ward nurses and all necessary documentation completed.
- Ensure that drugs are checked and controlled according to the regulations governing these and hospital policy.
- Assist with the maintenance of stock levels of medical and surgical stores within the area and maintaining supplies of linen and HSDU items.
- Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the department and take measures to prevent cross infection, liaising/reporting to the Specialty Manager/Team Leader or Infection Control Link Person as appropriate.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of providing safe, caring and effective services because people matter. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as BAME, disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered with the Nursing Midwifery Council or the Health Professions Council
- For NMC Registered - Requirement to complete a 6-month preceptorship or equivalent
- IT literate or commitment to undertaking training
- Completion of recognised theatre training programme or relevant experience
Knowledge & Training
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Willing to undertake professional development including the Advanced Life Support course
Desirable
- Knowledge of risk assessment and Health & Safety management
Experience
Essential
- Experience/understanding of theatre practice
- Able to keep full and accurate records
Desirable
- Recent 'scrub' experience
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal & written communication skills
- Able to work within a team
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- Able to organise and prioritise workload
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
Employer details
Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Corbett Hospital
Vicarage Road
Amblecote, Stourbridge
DY8 4JB
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
253-1124-6748243
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