Job summary
The post holder would be expected to provide anaesthetic services and specialists skills to patients requiring anaesthesia, respiratory care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and / or other emergency, life sustaining services within anaesthesia and the wider theatre and critical care environments.
You will be appointed to the Northern Care Alliance which encompasses Salford, Bury, Rochdale and Oldham Care Organisations.
When working at Rochdale AAs would primarily undertake 2:1 lists, across a range of specialities including but not limited to general, gynaecology, urology and orthopaedics. Lists at Oldham and Salford will support trauma and emergency services as well as elective work. There is an established team of 7 AAs based at Salford Care Org, who would be able to support and mentor new colleagues.
Salford and Oldham theatres will provide exposure to a wide range of acute surgical patients, where AAs perform a valuable role in maintaining safety and efficiency. Bury is our main elective orthopaedic site. There will be an expectation to work across more than one site, discussed and agreed on appointment.
The qualified AAs would be expected to support and inform the training of trainee AAs and act as role models. This role modelling will include embedding a new AA team, demonstrating the capabilities of AAs, with the support of senior AAs and anaesthetists.
Main duties of the job
- To work as a member of the anaesthetic team.
- To work competently under appropriate supervision.
- Pre-Operative assessment of patients.
- Collect and evaluate patient information.
- Preparation of environment for anaesthesia.
- Implementation of anaesthetic care plan under appropriate supervision.
- Insertion of peripheral cannula.
- Induction and reversal of anaesthesia under the direct supervision of an anaesthetist.
- Maintenance of anaesthesia.
- Positioning of patients.
- Administration of medicines/fluids.
- Postoperative assessment.
- Documentation of care
- These would be expected to be the minimum level of competency of a qualified AA. Those with additional experience and skills, may carry out additional roles as appropriate. At all times the AA is expected to work within their level of competency and supervision appropriate to that level
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post graduate diploma in Anaesthesia Practice (PA(A) or AA qualification)
- ILS certification
Desirable
- ALS certification (must be willing to work towards if not gained)
Professional Registration
Essential
- Registered with the Royal College of Anaesthetists voluntary register for AAs
- Able to join the GMC register for anaesthesia associates once opened (Dec 2024)
Desirable
- Member of the Association of Anaesthesia Associates
- Affiliate member of the Royal College of Anaesthetists
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Understands purpose of the role and works to trust protocol
- Understanding of the RCoA AA guidelines
- Understanding of GMC guidance applicable to AAs
- Understands basic principles of research, literature searching, appraisal and reviewing evidence
Desirable
- Interested in or has participated in research
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach
- Leadership experience
- Knowledge or NHS and UK healthcare practices - current pressures facing NHS and services
- Teaching experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills both written and spoken English
- Basic computer skills
- Problem solving
- Able to work within a team - evidence of this
- Able to manage own time and prioritise workload
- Flexible and adaptable
- Has initiative, enthusiasm and common sense
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post graduate diploma in Anaesthesia Practice (PA(A) or AA qualification)
- ILS certification
Desirable
- ALS certification (must be willing to work towards if not gained)
Professional Registration
Essential
- Registered with the Royal College of Anaesthetists voluntary register for AAs
- Able to join the GMC register for anaesthesia associates once opened (Dec 2024)
Desirable
- Member of the Association of Anaesthesia Associates
- Affiliate member of the Royal College of Anaesthetists
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Understands purpose of the role and works to trust protocol
- Understanding of the RCoA AA guidelines
- Understanding of GMC guidance applicable to AAs
- Understands basic principles of research, literature searching, appraisal and reviewing evidence
Desirable
- Interested in or has participated in research
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach
- Leadership experience
- Knowledge or NHS and UK healthcare practices - current pressures facing NHS and services
- Teaching experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills both written and spoken English
- Basic computer skills
- Problem solving
- Able to work within a team - evidence of this
- Able to manage own time and prioritise workload
- Flexible and adaptable
- Has initiative, enthusiasm and common sense
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).