Job summary
We are recruiting for an experienced and dynamic Band 6 Lead Practitioner looking to develop their practice at the Peterborough City Hospital. Working in the Gynaecology speciality mainly as well as other relevant specialities including Breast and Obstetrics.
A positive approach to the work environment which focuses on supporting and motivating others is essential and the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting and leading the team to provide a safe, patient focused and efficient service.
Act as a positive role model, leading by example, mentoring, teaching, supporting and developing students and junior members of the team.
This post is open to both NMC registered Nurses and HCPC registered Operating Department Practitioners.
Main duties of the job
Be responsible for the co-ordination of the surgical theatre team. Participate as scrub practitioner as a member of the surgical team. Take responsibility for safety checks of instruments and other items within the surgical field. Anticipating the need for and supervising the dispensing of surgical items and ensuring the availability of items required during the procedure.
Anticipate the needs of the surgical team, proactively organising staff and resources for effective care delivery. Participate as circulating person for surgical procedures including responsibility for carrying out safety checks in conjunction with a second person. Prepare surgical equipment before use and anticipate that needs may change during the procedure.
About us
We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on the main responsibilities please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on the main responsibilities please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to lead theatre team in gynaecology and emergencies
- Able to cope well with change
- Able to work effectively as a team member
- Ability to support less experienced staff
Desirable
- Aware of broader issues in healthcare and NHS
Key Skills
Essential
- IT skills
- Good written communications skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner
- SSSA, Mentorship or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years scrub experience in United Kingdom
Desirable
- Leadership training and qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Committed to life long learning
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Aware of patients needs perioperatively
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to lead theatre team in gynaecology and emergencies
- Able to cope well with change
- Able to work effectively as a team member
- Ability to support less experienced staff
Desirable
- Aware of broader issues in healthcare and NHS
Key Skills
Essential
- IT skills
- Good written communications skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner
- SSSA, Mentorship or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years scrub experience in United Kingdom
Desirable
- Leadership training and qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Committed to life long learning
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Aware of patients needs perioperatively
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
