University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Trainee Gynae Surgical Care Practitioner

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Gynaecology Surgical Care Practitioner (SCP) within the Women's & Children Directorate at University Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The Trust has a team of 16 SCP's covering various specialities, which is led by a Lead SCP and committed Consultant body. The Women's & Children Directorate is committed to expanding and developing the role of the SCP within the hospitals, delivering excellent patient care, and up to date practice, in an environment which encourages personal and professional development

The successful candidate will be an important member of the surgical team within the Women's & Children Directorate. They will work closely with the already trained Gynaecology Surgical Care Practitioner, Junior Doctors and consultants.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will need to complete a University programme at Masters level to become fully qualified in Surgical Care Practice.

This course is fully funded by the University Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

You will be expected to demonstrate skills in communication, co-ordination of care and an ability to work flexibly within a multi-disciplinary team. Providing excellent patient experience is critical for all our patients and you will play a key role in ensuring that experience is optimized through accessible and effective communication with compassion and empathy

About us

Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Improving lives:We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation,with hardworking,talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal,to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs.This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. Build a career with us:As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

Date posted

08 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum / Move to band 7 once completed University course

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

36 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-5799098-NOV23

Job locations

Worthing Hospital

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Review patients on behalf of the Consultant Surgeons in the in-patient and out-patient settings. This includes daily ward rounds with junior doctors, documenting in notes and coordinating treatment plans.
Act as first or second assistant to the operating surgeon during elective & emergency, Gynaecology cases
Independently undertake Surgical procedures under the direction of a Consultant Surgeon
Perform and assist with wound closure, suturing, ensuring haemostasis and asepsis
Assist the surgical team in assessment and preparation of the pre-operative patients in clinic.
Request and follow-up appropriate patient investigations.
Actively involved in audit to ensure current and up to date practice.
Provide specialist, technical and clinical advice to patients and relevant colleagues in the peri-operative setting.
Involvement in creating an environment for learning, where clinical practice is developed and disseminated to all members of staff.
Potentially develop skills to perform colposcopy and hysteroscopy

Job description

Job responsibilities

Review patients on behalf of the Consultant Surgeons in the in-patient and out-patient settings. This includes daily ward rounds with junior doctors, documenting in notes and coordinating treatment plans.
Act as first or second assistant to the operating surgeon during elective & emergency, Gynaecology cases
Independently undertake Surgical procedures under the direction of a Consultant Surgeon
Perform and assist with wound closure, suturing, ensuring haemostasis and asepsis
Assist the surgical team in assessment and preparation of the pre-operative patients in clinic.
Request and follow-up appropriate patient investigations.
Actively involved in audit to ensure current and up to date practice.
Provide specialist, technical and clinical advice to patients and relevant colleagues in the peri-operative setting.
Involvement in creating an environment for learning, where clinical practice is developed and disseminated to all members of staff.
Potentially develop skills to perform colposcopy and hysteroscopy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Operating Department Practitioner or Registered Nurse or other Healthcare Professional

Qualifications

Essential

Evidence of study at level 6 or above

Experience

Essential

oExtensive experience in the operating theatre or wards or out-patient settings

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Operating Department Practitioner or Registered Nurse or other Healthcare Professional

Qualifications

Essential

Evidence of study at level 6 or above

Experience

Essential

oExtensive experience in the operating theatre or wards or out-patient settings

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.

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

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing Hospital

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing Hospital

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)