Job summary
This is
a very exciting time to be joining Fairfield Independent Hospital.
The hospital has been established for 50 years and we are looking to further develop
our services and our staff so we can continue to provide first class services
across a range of specialities. We have excellent opportunities for motivated
individuals with drive and enthusiasm. You will enjoy a varied caseload in a
supportive and nurturing environment and will work with some of the leading
Consultants in the North West.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be committed to providing first class care to all patients and must have excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills. Youwill participate as a member of the Theatre Team under the direction and supervision of the Theatre Manager. You will be responsible for delivering high level, professional care across a broad spectrum of specialties to patients whilst under Fairfield Independent Hospital's care.
About us
Fairfield Independent Hospital is a stand-alone health care provider that specialises in the delivery of minor procedures and elective surgery across a wide range of clinical areas, taking referrals from both the NHS and private sector. As all activity is planned, there is the time and ability to deliver safe, exceptional patient care, without additional pressures of emergency and unplanned activity.
We offer
excellent development opportunities in a range of specialities. Previous
experience across different specialities is preferable, however, we will
provide appropriate support, mentoring and training.
In addition to being a
great place to work, set in beautiful countryside surroundings, we offer the
following:
- free on site car parking
- subsidised meals
- generous holiday allowance
- contributory pension
- discounted gym membership
- friends and family discount for self-pay
surgical procedures
- development training and support in a learning
rich environment
- flexible employment options
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will participate as a member of the Theatre Team under the direction and supervision of the Theatre manager. You will be responsible for delivering high level, professional care across a broad spectrum of specialties to patients whilst under Fairfield Hospitals care. You will at all times adhere to your professional code of conduct.
Clinical Practice
- To provide skilled assistance as part of the Anaesthetic and Recovery team to ensure the effective and safe delivery of patient care in the peri-operative environment.
- To report as per policy any equipment that is faulty or damaged. The equipment must be removed from use and the actions you have taken must be communicated across the team.
- To act within the scope of HCPC professional Code of Practice at all times.
- To perform assessment of patient care needs and plan, implement and evaluate care according to those needs and in line with organisational policy and processes ensuring care is individualised.
- To maintain accurate patient records, to enable effective care delivery.
- To establish and maintain effective communication with patients and the multidisciplinary care team.
- To recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations within the hospital and seek advice from a senior team member or relevant others, as appropriate.
- To
actively participate to the working of the team, including but not limited to
team meetings, service development and audit.
- To
report incidents/occurrences in line with organisational incident reporting
processes and policy.
- To
ensure a professional, calm attitude is maintained at all times when
communicating to all disciplines of staff throughout the hospital.
- To
participate in the theatre on call rota.
- To
act as a member of the cardiac arrest team.
- To
maintain high standards of cleanliness in your working environment at all times
in accordance with guidelines for infection prevention and control.
Education
- To ensure all relevant mandatory training provided by the hospital is undertaken on a yearly basis.
- To promote evidence based practices and to participate in any research projects undertaken within the department.
Personal Professional Development
- Ensuring professional registration is maintained at all times.
- To work within and accept responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence and ensure clinical soundness as new technologies are introduced.
- To keep up to date with HCPC, hospital policies and guidelines and to adhere to these at all times.
- To demonstrate an insight into own professional development, contributing to the process of identifying own educational and clinical training needs in conjunction with the Theatre Manager and Theatre Team Leaders.
- To undertake an individual performance review on an annual basis.
- 6. To provide and maintain a portfolio as provenance of CPD.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will participate as a member of the Theatre Team under the direction and supervision of the Theatre manager. You will be responsible for delivering high level, professional care across a broad spectrum of specialties to patients whilst under Fairfield Hospitals care. You will at all times adhere to your professional code of conduct.
Clinical Practice
- To provide skilled assistance as part of the Anaesthetic and Recovery team to ensure the effective and safe delivery of patient care in the peri-operative environment.
- To report as per policy any equipment that is faulty or damaged. The equipment must be removed from use and the actions you have taken must be communicated across the team.
- To act within the scope of HCPC professional Code of Practice at all times.
- To perform assessment of patient care needs and plan, implement and evaluate care according to those needs and in line with organisational policy and processes ensuring care is individualised.
- To maintain accurate patient records, to enable effective care delivery.
- To establish and maintain effective communication with patients and the multidisciplinary care team.
- To recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations within the hospital and seek advice from a senior team member or relevant others, as appropriate.
- To
actively participate to the working of the team, including but not limited to
team meetings, service development and audit.
- To
report incidents/occurrences in line with organisational incident reporting
processes and policy.
- To
ensure a professional, calm attitude is maintained at all times when
communicating to all disciplines of staff throughout the hospital.
- To
participate in the theatre on call rota.
- To
act as a member of the cardiac arrest team.
- To
maintain high standards of cleanliness in your working environment at all times
in accordance with guidelines for infection prevention and control.
Education
- To ensure all relevant mandatory training provided by the hospital is undertaken on a yearly basis.
- To promote evidence based practices and to participate in any research projects undertaken within the department.
Personal Professional Development
- Ensuring professional registration is maintained at all times.
- To work within and accept responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence and ensure clinical soundness as new technologies are introduced.
- To keep up to date with HCPC, hospital policies and guidelines and to adhere to these at all times.
- To demonstrate an insight into own professional development, contributing to the process of identifying own educational and clinical training needs in conjunction with the Theatre Manager and Theatre Team Leaders.
- To undertake an individual performance review on an annual basis.
- 6. To provide and maintain a portfolio as provenance of CPD.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Mentorship/Teaching Qualification
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Experience across a broad range of surgical specialities
- Forward thinking and innovative
- IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Motivated and enthusiastic, commitment to personal and professional development
- Excellent time management, record management and organisation skills
- Leadership and management skills
Desirable
- Previous Theatre Practitioner experience
- Ability to adapt to change in a working situation
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in delivering clinical education and development
- Awareness of Health and Safety and risk and Governance issues
Desirable
- Adopt extended role within theatre
- Knowledge of key areas concerning CQC and evidencing compliance.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Mentorship/Teaching Qualification
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Experience across a broad range of surgical specialities
- Forward thinking and innovative
- IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Motivated and enthusiastic, commitment to personal and professional development
- Excellent time management, record management and organisation skills
- Leadership and management skills
Desirable
- Previous Theatre Practitioner experience
- Ability to adapt to change in a working situation
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in delivering clinical education and development
- Awareness of Health and Safety and risk and Governance issues
Desirable
- Adopt extended role within theatre
- Knowledge of key areas concerning CQC and evidencing compliance.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
