Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a motivated, flexible and dynamic Theatre Orderly to work within Cardiothoracic Theatres and Cath labs. Cardiothoracic Theatres and Cath labs comprises of 5 operating theatres, 6 Cath labs and a screening room, that undertake all aspects of adult and paediatric Cardiothoracic surgery and Cardiology interventions.The post holder will carry out all orderly duties and assist the Departments Co-ordinators in the provision of Orderly services to the Freeman Cardiothoracic Theatres and Cath labs.
- Interview Date: 16 December 2024
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the safe transfer of patients to and from the operating theatres, cath labs and screening room.
Cleaning and care of patient trolleys.
Checking and stocking of theatre facilities and to assist the theatre personnel as required.
About us
Our staff oversee around 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
o Freeman Hospital
o Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
o Newcastle Dental Hospital
o Newcastle Fertility Centre
o Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
o Northern Genetics Service
o Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will be responsible for the safe transfer of patients to and from the operating theatres and Cath labs.
- Collect and deliver blood and specimen samples.
- Collect and deliver equipment to many departments.
- Cleaning and care of patient trolleys.
- Checking and stocking of theatre facilities and to assist the theatre personnel as required.
- Maintain cleanliness within the department .
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will be responsible for the safe transfer of patients to and from the operating theatres and Cath labs.
- Collect and deliver blood and specimen samples.
- Collect and deliver equipment to many departments.
- Cleaning and care of patient trolleys.
- Checking and stocking of theatre facilities and to assist the theatre personnel as required.
- Maintain cleanliness within the department .
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication
Desirable
- Basic Computer Skills (EDCL/Keyboard Skills)
- Customer Care Skills
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Healthcare experience
Qualifications
Desirable
- NVQ Level II in Operating Department Support
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication
Desirable
- Basic Computer Skills (EDCL/Keyboard Skills)
- Customer Care Skills
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Healthcare experience
Qualifications
Desirable
- NVQ Level II in Operating Department Support
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).
