Job summary
To assist the registered practitioner to provide a high standard of evidence based patient care within the Cardiothoracic Theatre Complex, by participating in clinical and non-clinical duties.
To assist the registered practitioner to implement care delivery according to patient care needs, as part of the multi-disciplinary Theatre Team.
To work in collaboration with staff in other areas of the Directorate and Trust to ensure a seamless service for patients.
Main duties of the job
Care Delivery
- Undertake clinical and non-clinical duties and assume responsibility for carrying out elements of care, for which they have received appropriate training, under the guidance and direction of a registered Theatre practitioner.
- Follow correct manual handling policies and procedures during the daily movement of heavy equipment, instrumentation and beds to and from the wards, and theatre complex, including the medical equipment library.
- Assist with the safe transfer of patients to and from the Cardiothoracic Theatre Complex.
When assuming the role of the Circulating Practitioner:
- Assist the registered practitioner to maintain the seamless running of the operating list by ensuring the daily checking and preparation of the Theatre environment and equipment required to carry out the days planned clinical procedures.
- Assist in the delivery of quality care to the unconscious patient, with the effective utilisation of locally agreed care pathways.
- Assist with completing accurate and detailed documentation of individualised care delivery.
- Participate in the accurate accounting of all disposable and non-disposable instrumentation, before, during and after a surgical procedure according to departmental policies.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Participate in the cleaning of theatre areas inline with control of infection policies.
- Responsible for the correct preparation of the post-operative Cardiothoracic beds.
- Prepare and restock 02 and C02 cylinders on a daily basis.
- Assist with stock labelling, ordering and re-stocking on a daily basis, whilst adhering to manual handling policy and procedures.
- Ensure correct labelling, handing and transportation of patient specimens according to Trust policy.
- Transport blood products, notes etc from wards and other departments within the hospital, in accordance with Trust policy.
- Undertake relevant departmental training programmes, designed to develop the individuals clinical skills, enabling them to participate as a key member of the emergency on call team.
- Awareness of local, national and professional policies and guidelines relevant to the sphere of responsibility.
- Assist new staff members regarding working arrangements, policy and strategy within the theatre complex, directorate and Trust.
- Participate in training/acting as mentor to new General Support Assistants/ Health Care Assistants.
Education
- Complete a training program as identified for this role
- Acknowledge limitations of knowledge and skills
- Have an awareness of radiation safety Lasering and Stenting
- Attend annual Trust updates
- To participate in training and development as identified in Appraisals
- To maintain his/her/their own professional development, attending courses/further training to enhance and optimise his/her/their role within the cardiothoracic theatres.
- To participate in the development and implementation of Unit policy and nursing strategies.
- To be familiar with and adhere to Trust and Departmental policies and procedures mindful of responsibilities to self, colleagues and patients.
- Give effective support to the multi-disciplinary team when assuming the role of the Circulating practitioner, under the supervision of the registered practitioner.
- Assist the registered practitioner in rapidly changing emergency situations within the theatre and ward environments, requiring a high degree of professionalism and clinical competence.
- Participate in the HCA/GSA on-call rota, utilising knowledge and experience to assist the registered practitioner in the safe and effective delivery of care to patients receiving emergency treatment out of hours. 12 hour on call overnight and 24 hour weekend days.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Participate in the cleaning of theatre areas inline with control of infection policies.
- Responsible for the correct preparation of the post-operative Cardiothoracic beds.
- Prepare and restock 02 and C02 cylinders on a daily basis.
- Assist with stock labelling, ordering and re-stocking on a daily basis, whilst adhering to manual handling policy and procedures.
- Ensure correct labelling, handing and transportation of patient specimens according to Trust policy.
- Transport blood products, notes etc from wards and other departments within the hospital, in accordance with Trust policy.
- Undertake relevant departmental training programmes, designed to develop the individuals clinical skills, enabling them to participate as a key member of the emergency on call team.
- Awareness of local, national and professional policies and guidelines relevant to the sphere of responsibility.
- Assist new staff members regarding working arrangements, policy and strategy within the theatre complex, directorate and Trust.
- Participate in training/acting as mentor to new General Support Assistants/ Health Care Assistants.
Education
- Complete a training program as identified for this role
- Acknowledge limitations of knowledge and skills
- Have an awareness of radiation safety Lasering and Stenting
- Attend annual Trust updates
- To participate in training and development as identified in Appraisals
- To maintain his/her/their own professional development, attending courses/further training to enhance and optimise his/her/their role within the cardiothoracic theatres.
- To participate in the development and implementation of Unit policy and nursing strategies.
- To be familiar with and adhere to Trust and Departmental policies and procedures mindful of responsibilities to self, colleagues and patients.
- Give effective support to the multi-disciplinary team when assuming the role of the Circulating practitioner, under the supervision of the registered practitioner.
- Assist the registered practitioner in rapidly changing emergency situations within the theatre and ward environments, requiring a high degree of professionalism and clinical competence.
- Participate in the HCA/GSA on-call rota, utilising knowledge and experience to assist the registered practitioner in the safe and effective delivery of care to patients receiving emergency treatment out of hours. 12 hour on call overnight and 24 hour weekend days.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- oBe able to work as a member of a team
- oDemonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work
- oUnderstands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
Qualifications
Essential
- oOne of the following oLevel 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma oExperience equivalent to the above qualifications
- oLevel 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent
- oCompletion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)
- oEquivalent experience
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- oBe able to work as a member of a team
- oDemonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work
- oUnderstands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
Qualifications
Essential
- oOne of the following oLevel 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma oExperience equivalent to the above qualifications
- oLevel 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent
- oCompletion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)
- oEquivalent 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).
