3979 - Senior Medical Technical Officer
The closing date is 31 August 2025
Job summary
The interview date will be 5th September 2025.
We have a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Operating Department Practitioner to join our team of Intensive Care and theatre ODPs. The successful post holder will initiate and contribute to the care provision of the critically ill patient, within the general adult Intensive Care unit, as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring a high standard of care and quality service is delivered within a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors alike.
Within this role you will also cover the satellite ODP theatre areas and provide support for the acute response team. This post would be ideal for someone with a keen interest in medical, non-medical and simulation training, as you will work closely with our education team and provide two days a month supporting training with the medical education team.
We currently provide 13 Intensive care beds in our new purpose built and state of the art ICU. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and forward-thinking individual, who is looking to further develop existing skills in this environment.
Main duties of the job
To work effectively within the multi-disciplinary team without direct supervision to provide technical and clinical support within Critical Care.
To provide skilled assistance to the anaesthetist in the provision of anaesthetic and monitoring procedures.
To lead a team of staff in the delivery of the highest quality care to the critically ill patient and their families.
To disseminate his/her expert clinical and theoretical knowledge and skills to all team members.
To effectively appraise/develop his/her team of staff.
To assist with all assist with all bronchoscopies, tracheostomies and intubations on the Intensive care unit.
About us
We reserve the right to close positions early
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
Details
Date posted
22 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9163-3979E-08-25
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer's website
https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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