Job summary
An exciting opportunity has risen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Operating Theatres at the Princess Anne Hospital. We are actively looking for Anaesthetic, Scrub and Recovery Practitioners to join our UHS family with vacancies covering our neonates, paediatric and adult theatre services. Previous experience is needed but not essential as appropriate training will be given to support the applicant during their induction period.
In Division C, based over at Princess Anne Hospital is a friendly unit with 4 theatres which provide a 24/7 emergency services for obstetrics and gynaecology cases and an elective service for obstetrics; gynaecology-oncology and breast surgery including reconstruction.
There is also an attached recovery and day surgery unit which has 6 recovery beds and 15 day-surgery beds which are open from 7:30am-10pm
Main duties of the job
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
At UHS we are committed to providing a flexible working environment. We believe that it benefits everyone if we achieve a positive work-life balance. Whether you are balancing family, study or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
We're proud to have been voted in the Top Five acute Trusts for our commitment to supporting our staff to achieve work-life balance.
UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme and life insurance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
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As a theatre practitioner, you will plan, deliver and evaluate individualised patient-centred care within the theatre suite
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You will provide skilled assistance in one or more core areas (Scrub, Anaesthetics, or Recovery) to the level of core competencies
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You will be responsible for minimising the health and safety risk to patients, visitors and all members of staff
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You will ensure effective utilisation of time and resources whilst maintaining quality
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
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Professional registration suitable for the post (NMC/HCPC registered)
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Ability to work under pressure
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Willingness to be involved in teaching, supporting, and mentoring for all grades of staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
-
As a theatre practitioner, you will plan, deliver and evaluate individualised patient-centred care within the theatre suite
-
You will provide skilled assistance in one or more core areas (Scrub, Anaesthetics, or Recovery) to the level of core competencies
-
You will be responsible for minimising the health and safety risk to patients, visitors and all members of staff
-
You will ensure effective utilisation of time and resources whilst maintaining quality
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
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Professional registration suitable for the post (NMC/HCPC registered)
-
Ability to work under pressure
-
Willingness to be involved in teaching, supporting, and mentoring for all grades of staff
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current issues within acute health service
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current issues within acute health service
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).
