Job summary
We are a department of 9 theatres in 2 geographical locations within the hospital complex:
- An GIRFT accredited Centre of Excellence Orthopaedic Unit (BHOC) with 4 operating theatres and a recovery unit in Gateway Surgical Centre
- Maternity Services and Main Theatres in the main hospital building with 5 operating theatres and a recovery unit have come together to provide day surgery cases of different specialties, emergency procedures and specialist obstetric care
Main duties of the job
- Great communication skills
- Able to lead the team to deliver the safest patient-centered care.
- Be flexible and adaptable to ever-changing needs of the service.
- Our department can offer you:
- Team support
- Competence-based development
- In-house and University courses to enhance your skills
- A dedicated Theatre Professional Development Nurse
- Dedicated bicycle zone area
- Designated mentor to facilitate you on your journey with us
- Well-being room that provides massage chairs, reading materials etc.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered ODP/Nurse with appropriate evidence of anaesthetic training and competency completion
- Mentorship qualification
- Leadership Course Programme (ILM3 or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate clinical expertise in anaesthetics
- Experience in roster management and resource management
- Demonstrate leadership experience as a band 6
Desirable
- Experience in managing workforce i.e. appraisals of staff and sickness management
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Up-to-date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Demonstrate skills/knowledge to create an inclusive environment for patients/staff
- Demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk management to help improve and sustain high standard of care. Ability to administer prescribed medication including blood products
- Knowledge of budget management
Other
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered ODP/Nurse with appropriate evidence of anaesthetic training and competency completion
- Mentorship qualification
- Leadership Course Programme (ILM3 or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate clinical expertise in anaesthetics
- Experience in roster management and resource management
- Demonstrate leadership experience as a band 6
Desirable
- Experience in managing workforce i.e. appraisals of staff and sickness management
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Up-to-date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Demonstrate skills/knowledge to create an inclusive environment for patients/staff
- Demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk management to help improve and sustain high standard of care. Ability to administer prescribed medication including blood products
- Knowledge of budget management
Other
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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).
