Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for the post of a Band 7 Theatre Coordinator at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.
This post will involve working clinically in the numbers and managing the running of the Operating Theatre lists including the management of the Theatre teams.
The role of the Band 7 Theatre Coordinator for Theatres is integral to the smooth running of the Operating Theatres at the Royal Shrewsbury. This role is integral to the cohesive working between the Operating Theatre teams and Theatre Management team where reputations as a caring, professional and proactive environment are vital, with safety of all as the priority.
The expectations within this job description will be met through professional leadership, clinical management, hands on clinical practice, education and training, and audit.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
Work clinically in the Operating Theatres and maintain a responsibility within the Main Theatre Band 7 team
Ensure Theatre equipment and resources are appropriately managed
The post holder will assist in setting the high standards of clinical practice, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team overseeing the training and supervision of new staff members.
The post holder will be responsible for the development of any Standard Operating Procedures and policies required for the area alongside the Matrons for Theatres.
The post holder will be required to attend relevant meetings to ensure all issues and addressed and maintain a cohesive collaboration between the teams.
The post holder will have ongoing responsibility for the operational effectiveness of their designated clinical area by being present in their clinical area and challenging where required.
The post holder will lead the Theatre team and build successful links between key professionals to support and promote effective multi-disciplinary team working.
The post holder will be responsible for developing a Theatre team who will understand the challenges and be able to work alongside the multi disciplinary team with confidence and expertise to ensure the best outcome for patients
About us
Together with our staff we have developed a set of values which form a framework for a positive and supportive environment for our patients, visitors and staff. We believe that all candidates should be able to demonstrate and be equally committed in fulfilling these values to be successful in their application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Professional and Technical Qualifications
Essential
- RGN, Operating Theatres RGN or Registered ODP
- Evidence of continuing professional development/qualification relevant to area of speciality
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Proven experience of post registration experience at Band 6 or equivalent in relevant speciality
- Substantial experience of leading and managing a clinical team
- High level clinical skills and knowledge
- Experience in teaching and training of staff
- Experience in undertaking a preceptor/mentor role
Desirable
- Evidence of coordinating and managing day to day operational issues on a regular basis.
Skills and ability
Essential
- Ability to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting within and outside the Trust
- Sound Microsoft office, PC and NHS computer systems
Person Specification
Professional and Technical Qualifications
Essential
- RGN, Operating Theatres RGN or Registered ODP
- Evidence of continuing professional development/qualification relevant to area of speciality
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Proven experience of post registration experience at Band 6 or equivalent in relevant speciality
- Substantial experience of leading and managing a clinical team
- High level clinical skills and knowledge
- Experience in teaching and training of staff
- Experience in undertaking a preceptor/mentor role
Desirable
- Evidence of coordinating and managing day to day operational issues on a regular basis.
Skills and ability
Essential
- Ability to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting within and outside the Trust
- Sound Microsoft office, PC and NHS computer systems
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).
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
SY3 8XQ
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
