Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for Band 3 Theatre Circulating Assistants to work with our dynamic team based at University College Hospital London at Westmoreland Street.
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH), situated in the West End of London is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK. It provides first class acute and specialist services both locally and to patients from throughout the UK and Abroad. UCLH at Westmoreland Street, specialises in Urology and Thoracic surgery, and is a national centre for Robotic Prostatectomy.
Main duties of the job
The Theatre Circulating Assistant is a vital member of the multidisciplinary team and the post holder must have a genuine interest in patient care. Relevant experience and good communication skills are essential for this post. Further study and professional development are encouraged as here at UCLH we are committed to providing education opportunities for staff at every level.
Duties include supporting patients and the theatre team in varying roles, for example, assisting the operating team during theatre procedures and preparing and cleaning the theatre environment. Delegated work and duties will be assigned and carried out under the direct and indirect supervision of a Lead Theatre Practitioner as appropriate. You will be allocated to work in Theatres at UCLH at Westmoreland Street. Please note, elements of this role are physically demanding.
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:
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.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
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 recent NHS staff survey UCLH 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 recent NHS staff survey UCLH 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 & Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience / HSC Diploma level 3 Advanced / Higher apprenticeship level 3
Experience
Essential
- Experience in carrying out assigned duties/assisting qualified staff after training.
- Working in a team.
- Good standard of written and spoken English
- Experience of working in a perioperative environment
Communication
Essential
- Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone
- Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress.
- Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Personal And People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team.
- Willing to produce a personal development plan with manager
- Willing to develop self and undertake in-house study
Health, Safety and Security
Essential
- Understands importance of Infection control
- Able to report risk issues to manager
- Understands importance of Infection control
Service Improvement
Essential
- Able to carry out administrative and clerical duties to the work area
Desirable
- Able to pass on ideas to manager on improvement services
Quality
Essential
- Able to maintain resources effectively and effectively
- Able to report problems as they arise and solve them where possible.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities
- c.Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity
Desirable
- Experience of giving care in a multi cultural environment
7.Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Able to provide essential care for patients as directed
Information Processing
Essential
- Able to use a computer/ learn how to use a computer to record information
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience / HSC Diploma level 3 Advanced / Higher apprenticeship level 3
Experience
Essential
- Experience in carrying out assigned duties/assisting qualified staff after training.
- Working in a team.
- Good standard of written and spoken English
- Experience of working in a perioperative environment
Communication
Essential
- Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone
- Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress.
- Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Personal And People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team.
- Willing to produce a personal development plan with manager
- Willing to develop self and undertake in-house study
Health, Safety and Security
Essential
- Understands importance of Infection control
- Able to report risk issues to manager
- Understands importance of Infection control
Service Improvement
Essential
- Able to carry out administrative and clerical duties to the work area
Desirable
- Able to pass on ideas to manager on improvement services
Quality
Essential
- Able to maintain resources effectively and effectively
- Able to report problems as they arise and solve them where possible.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities
- c.Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity
Desirable
- Experience of giving care in a multi cultural environment
7.Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Able to provide essential care for patients as directed
Information Processing
Essential
- Able to use a computer/ learn how to use a computer to record 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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
16-18 Westmoreland Street
London
W1G 8PH
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
