Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of the UCLH Theatre and Anaesthesia team as a Lead Theatre Practitioner with a main focus of leading on the development and training of our theatre scrub practitioners.
As Lead Theatre Practitioner you must have a good knowledge and experience in perioperative practice and an excellent understanding of peri-anaesthesia care.
In order to practice the role, you must be an Operating Department Practitioner registered with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) OR a NMC registered Nurse (with appropriate and accredited post-graduate anaesthetic module/course).
You will be required to function effectively as a leader of the peri-operative team to ensure the provision of an efficient and high-quality surgical service. You must be organised, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with experience of supervising a multi-disciplinary team providing the highest standard of patient care across a varied caseload.
You must be motivated and enthusiastic, as well as the ability to work well under pressure and flexibly as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Ensure a welcoming, caring and safe environment, as well as promoting, maintaining and monitoring standards in accordance with the guidelines of the NMC/HCPC and CQC.
Evidence of leading teams, engagement in recruitment and retention activities and supervising students / supporting programmes of learning.
Main duties of the job
Monitor the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including admission and discharge planning for patient and promoting best evidence-based practice. You will supervise and support members of the staff ensuring that all staff can provide the highest standard of care.
To take charge of the Division in the absence of Senior Nurse following performance review against the agreed KSF outline and progression through the first gateway
To participate in clinical supervision programmes as appropriate and teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor to junior theatre practitioners and others.
To demonstrate leadership skills and experience in the management of the department and provide high level of specialist clinical leadership.
Support the training and development programme initiated by the Division to ensure staff members achieve their full potential.
Maximise use of clinical resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements.
Ensure E-rota and electronic patient records are implemented and used to their full potential.
To maintain a visible presence in the ward /department, undertake clinical work as needed.
In addition you must have:Registration with the Health Professions Council or a NMC registered Nurse Evidence of leading a team within a clinical environment. Proven experience of managing change within a clinical setting . Demonstrates a good working knowledge and compliance with CQC Standards
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse/ODP
- Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor (SSSA) Training or equivalent Mentorship qualification
- Evidence of study at FHEQ level 6
Desirable
- Management / Leadership course
- Research module
- Teaching/Assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a practice development role (clinical practice facilitator) or as senior staff nurse or ODP (band 6 or above) in scrub
- Significant experience as a scrub practitioner
- Demonstrated experience working as a mentor or learning facilitator in the perioperative setting
- Experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating teaching and training initiatives in a collaborative manner across different platforms
- Experience in leading and managing teams within scrub
Desirable
- Experience in managing data and generating reports
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including electronic formats
- Formal presentation skills
- Experience of liaising with external partners, across traditional boundaries
- Demonstrated awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of writing business cases and reports
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Experience in supporting others' personal development
- Demonstrated evidence of own professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated portfolio
- Able to demonstrate decision-making skills
- Experience of managing complex situations
- Able to prioritise objectives and workload
Service Improvement and Quality
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to apply audit processes
- Participation in developing policies and protocols
- Evidence of participation in quality improvement projects
Learning and Development
Essential
- In-depth understanding of relevant national professional and PD issues
- Able to design, deliver and evaluate training programmes
People and Financial Management
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate staff
- Skill-mix and workforce planning skills
Desirable
- Budgetary management skills
- Awareness of costings/finance-related negotiations in project work
Capacity and Capability
Essential
- Capacity to undertake relevant clinical work in scrub
- Evidence of cross-boundary working
- Evidence of capability to deliver teaching and training activity across different platforms
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse/ODP
- Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor (SSSA) Training or equivalent Mentorship qualification
- Evidence of study at FHEQ level 6
Desirable
- Management / Leadership course
- Research module
- Teaching/Assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a practice development role (clinical practice facilitator) or as senior staff nurse or ODP (band 6 or above) in scrub
- Significant experience as a scrub practitioner
- Demonstrated experience working as a mentor or learning facilitator in the perioperative setting
- Experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating teaching and training initiatives in a collaborative manner across different platforms
- Experience in leading and managing teams within scrub
Desirable
- Experience in managing data and generating reports
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including electronic formats
- Formal presentation skills
- Experience of liaising with external partners, across traditional boundaries
- Demonstrated awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of writing business cases and reports
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Experience in supporting others' personal development
- Demonstrated evidence of own professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated portfolio
- Able to demonstrate decision-making skills
- Experience of managing complex situations
- Able to prioritise objectives and workload
Service Improvement and Quality
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to apply audit processes
- Participation in developing policies and protocols
- Evidence of participation in quality improvement projects
Learning and Development
Essential
- In-depth understanding of relevant national professional and PD issues
- Able to design, deliver and evaluate training programmes
People and Financial Management
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate staff
- Skill-mix and workforce planning skills
Desirable
- Budgetary management skills
- Awareness of costings/finance-related negotiations in project work
Capacity and Capability
Essential
- Capacity to undertake relevant clinical work in scrub
- Evidence of cross-boundary working
- Evidence of capability to deliver teaching and training activity across different platforms
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
