Job summary
Are you passionate about
delivering high quality patient centred care in a well-equipped and established
Day Surgery Department. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Theatre
Assistant/Senior Theatre Assistant (Bank) to join our committed clinical team
in the Day Surgery Unit.
The hospital
comprises of a well-equipped theatre & purpose-built procedure room,
outpatients department, minor injury and illness unit and x-ray. You will be working with a compassionate team
committed to delivering the best in care and rated Good by the Care Quality
Commission.
As we continue to expand the
services we offer, we are seeking a Theatre Assistant/Senior Theatre Assistant on
a zero hour contract basis.
Please note that offers of employment are subject to receipt
of satisfactory references and a DBS check. Applicants must have the right to
work in the UK.
The Trust is committed to equality and diversity in
employment and is a mindful Employer. The Trust is committed to improving the
working lives of its staff and may have flexible working options available.
Main duties of the job
The Theatre Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the surgical team by ensuring a clean, safe, and well-prepared environment for surgical procedures. This position involves transporting patients, preparing operating room, maintaining sterile conditions, and assisting with equipment and supply management. The Theatre Assistant works closely with nurses, surgeons, anaesthetist, and other health care professionals to facilitate efficient and effective surgical care.
Provide flexible, as-needed support based on theatre scheduling and service demands.
About You
The ideal candidate for this role
will have
Excellent interpersonal skills
A passion for providing high
quality care
Evidence of working
collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team
A flexible approach to work, and
a positive attitude
To find out more about this role or to arrange a visit to the hospital
please contact the HR Department email: HR@tetburyhospital.co.uk
Applications for this role will be reviewed on an
ongoing basis and therefore the closing date on the advert is indicative only.
About us
Tetbury Hospital is an independent healthcare provider in
the heart of the Cotswolds providing an established day surgery service to
patients who choose to have their NHS surgery.
The hospital is
highly regarded by our visiting consulting body who provide a wide range of
specialities including ophthalmic, general and gynaecological surgery.
The primary focus of
the hospital is the NHS services we provide across our outpatients, day surgery
and minor injury and illness unit. In
addition to our NHS funded services, we offer private health care to insured or
self-pay patients.
Tetbury Hospital Is a respected partner in the
Gloucestershire health and care system and valued by staff and patients for the
high quality, personalised care that we are proud to offer.
Tetbury Hospital Trust is ambitious about the future and is
committed to investing in our workforce to ensure they have the resources and
tools they need to deliver high-quality services.
Tetbury Hospital Trust provides high-quality, safe services
on behalf of the NHS and for private patients.
We are proud of our hardworking and committed people that
work together to put patient care at the heart of everything they do.
As an organisation, we pledge to listen, collaborate, and
value the role that all our people play in achieving our vision to always
deliver exceptional patient care.
If you are as passionate about patient care as we are, we
would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare operating rooms before surgeries by setting up surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies.
Assist in positioning and transporting patients to and from the operating room.
Maintain cleanliness and sterility of the Operating Theatre by cleaning and disinfecting rooms and equipment after procedures.
Ensure proper disposal of biohazardous materials and adherence to infection control protocols.
Restock supplies and surgical instruments as needed.
Assist with the safe handling and transport of specimens to the laboratory.
Support the surgical team during procedures as directed, including passing instruments and holding retractors (if trained and permitted).
Monitor and maintain inventory of surgical supplies and equipment.
Respond promptly to requests from surgical staff during procedures.
Adhere to hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift/move patients and equipment.
For a detailed overview of the job, please refer to the
attached job description document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare operating rooms before surgeries by setting up surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies.
Assist in positioning and transporting patients to and from the operating room.
Maintain cleanliness and sterility of the Operating Theatre by cleaning and disinfecting rooms and equipment after procedures.
Ensure proper disposal of biohazardous materials and adherence to infection control protocols.
Restock supplies and surgical instruments as needed.
Assist with the safe handling and transport of specimens to the laboratory.
Support the surgical team during procedures as directed, including passing instruments and holding retractors (if trained and permitted).
Monitor and maintain inventory of surgical supplies and equipment.
Respond promptly to requests from surgical staff during procedures.
Adhere to hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift/move patients and equipment.
For a detailed overview of the job, please refer to the
attached job description document.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Can demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues.
- Ability to manage stressful situations in self.
- Confident in assisting Qualified Nurses / ODPs and consultants to prepare and support patients undergoing surgery whilst maintaining privacy and dignity at all times.
Flexibility
Essential
- Ability to provide support and cover for periods of annual leave and sickness.
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Basic Education.
- Able to demonstrate clear transferable skills valid to the health care setting.
- Willing to work towards NVQ level 2, or equivalent.
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in Health Care, or equivalent.
- ECDL.
- Phlebotomy.
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work under instruction and within a team.
- Prioritise workload.
- Ensure that relevant information/files are easily accessed by all members of the team.
- To understand stock rotation methodology.
- Self motivation / initiative.
Desirable
- Experience of participation within a team in care monitoring, audit and
- evaluation fundamentals of care.
- Able to undertake and accurately chart simple observations,Temperature, Pulse, Respiration, Blood Pressure, Blood Glucose Monitoring, Fluid input/output monitoring, Bowel Motions, Dietary intake.
- Able to undertake ECG recordings.
- Able to take patient samples, Urine, Faeces, Blood, MRSA swabs.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Can verbalise a caring attitude.
- Clear communication skills both oral and written.
- Note patient progress in the nursing care evaluation.
- Participation in meetings.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Can demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues.
- Ability to manage stressful situations in self.
- Confident in assisting Qualified Nurses / ODPs and consultants to prepare and support patients undergoing surgery whilst maintaining privacy and dignity at all times.
Flexibility
Essential
- Ability to provide support and cover for periods of annual leave and sickness.
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Basic Education.
- Able to demonstrate clear transferable skills valid to the health care setting.
- Willing to work towards NVQ level 2, or equivalent.
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in Health Care, or equivalent.
- ECDL.
- Phlebotomy.
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work under instruction and within a team.
- Prioritise workload.
- Ensure that relevant information/files are easily accessed by all members of the team.
- To understand stock rotation methodology.
- Self motivation / initiative.
Desirable
- Experience of participation within a team in care monitoring, audit and
- evaluation fundamentals of care.
- Able to undertake and accurately chart simple observations,Temperature, Pulse, Respiration, Blood Pressure, Blood Glucose Monitoring, Fluid input/output monitoring, Bowel Motions, Dietary intake.
- Able to undertake ECG recordings.
- Able to take patient samples, Urine, Faeces, Blood, MRSA swabs.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Can verbalise a caring attitude.
- Clear communication skills both oral and written.
- Note patient progress in the nursing care evaluation.
- Participation in meetings.
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.
