Job summary
This is a Band 2 health care position to work in Theatres supporting the multidisciplinary team within the department. You must have a flexible approach to working hours to apply for this position.
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Theatre Health Care Assistant who works with 'PRIDE' to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team at Queens Hospital BHRUT.
You will develop new skills and knowledge whilst working with an established team gaining valuable work experience.
We have 16 operating theatres with various specialities including Neurosurgery, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Ophthalmology, ENT, Trauma, Gynaecology, Maxillo Facial, Pain and obstetrics and work across two sites Queens Hospital and King Georges Hospital.
You will be committed to clinical excellence, with effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. You should have a flexible approach to working hours and be prepared to develop further skills within the operating department.
Main duties of the job
To support the Theatre Team in providing a high-quality service in line with all Theatres and Trust Policies and Procedures.
Communicate effectively with members of the Theatre team and ward staff when collecting and transporting patients.
You are able to show empathy, compassion to the patients during their transfer from the ward to the Theatre Suite.
The aim of this role is to support the Registered Practitioners in providing safe and effective patient care.
About us
Under the leadership of our Chair Jacqui Smith and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive, we provide care for the residents of three of the most diverse London boroughs. More than half of our 7,500 strong workforce are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and most live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.
Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals, operating from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London.
As we recover from Covid-19, we're proud to be leading the way nationally in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The pandemic provided the drive forour teams to innovate and change.
We know we have more work to do to improve waiting times for urgent and emergency care, and our performance against the four-hour emergency access standard remains challenged, in comparison to many other London trusts.
We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also pleased to be part of the NEL Cancer Alliance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Adeyemi Kaka, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5162. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Adeyemi Kaka, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5162. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Good numeracy and Literacy
- Good standard of education
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working with a team
- Experience of caring for patients from different cultures, nationalities, sexual orientation
Desirable
- Theatre or healthcare experience
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Good numeracy and Literacy
- Good standard of education
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working with a team
- Experience of caring for patients from different cultures, nationalities, sexual orientation
Desirable
- Theatre or healthcare experience
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
