Job summary
The main purpose of this established clinical role is to assist the Consultant Surgeons who carry out Robotic Surgical Lists in the operating theatre as the robotic surgical assistant. The SCP The SCP will act as the patient side first surgical assistant in all robotic procedures.
In addition, as appropriate depending on speciality, training status and experience, they will undertake duties beyond that of scrub practitioner; including contributing to the pre-operative setting (Pre-assessment clinic), input into early post-operative inpatient care particularly with regards to Enhanced Recovery Pathways and in the outpatient, clinic following discharge
Main duties of the job
In partnership with members of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will develop, implement and evaluate a seamless robotic surgical service, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of clinical care and being part of this specialist team, the SCP must develop towards demonstrating a high level of expertise within the specialist service, providing specialist advice, education, clinical care and support to health care professionals and patients.The post holder will be working within limitations as a trainee and will only be able to complete aspects of the role following successful completion of competencies throughout their learning.
Following successful completion of the Surgical Care Practitioner Course the post holder will be eligible to be upgraded to a Band 7 Surgical Practitioner role.
Please see the job description for the full main duties.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that's second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it's easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find the full job description as an attachment.
If you have any questions please contact Roxanne Vlachos: roxanne.vlachos1@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find the full job description as an attachment.
If you have any questions please contact Roxanne Vlachos: roxanne.vlachos1@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifiaction and Training
Essential
- Evidence of experience of managing or leading a team.
- Demonstration of regular updating of professional knowledge.
- Ability to Implement and interpret policies and procedures.
- Has a working knowledge of NHS and social care structures systems and processes
Desirable
- ENB 998 / Mentorship Preparation Programme or Preceptor-ship equivalent
- Professional qualifications for example: ENB 176 / ENB 183 / Assisting at Surgical intervention
- Independent Nurse Prescriber - desirable (intention to attain)
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- IT Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Approachable and supportive to others
- Can work both autonomously and as part of a multi-professional team
- Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Has an enquiring and analytical approach
- Ability to teach, train and educate all members of the MDT
- Completed competencies or working towards competencies for theatre equipment
- Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally.
- The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice.
- Minimum of 3 years post registration experience.
- At least 12 months scrub experience in operating theatres
- Experience working within Robotic Surgery
- Experience of collaborative patient-centred working with statutory and voluntary agencies
- Experience and understanding of clinical audit / research
- Evidence of experience of managing or leading a team
- Demonstration of regular updating of professional knowledge
- Ability to Implement and interpret policies and procedures
- Has a working knowledge of NHS and social care structures systems and processes
Desirable
- Cannulation and Venepuncture
- ECG recording and Interpretation
- XR and ECG interpretation
- Managing pre-assessment / outpatient follow up clinics.
Personal/Professional attributes
Essential
- To identify own personal development needs and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform role effectively
- To be able to develop the SCP role with the intention to enhance surgical services for East Kent patients and their families
- To participate in an annual appraisal with relevant reviews and to follow personal development plan as agreed with line manager
Other Requirements
Essential
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
Person Specification
Qualifiaction and Training
Essential
- Evidence of experience of managing or leading a team.
- Demonstration of regular updating of professional knowledge.
- Ability to Implement and interpret policies and procedures.
- Has a working knowledge of NHS and social care structures systems and processes
Desirable
- ENB 998 / Mentorship Preparation Programme or Preceptor-ship equivalent
- Professional qualifications for example: ENB 176 / ENB 183 / Assisting at Surgical intervention
- Independent Nurse Prescriber - desirable (intention to attain)
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- IT Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Approachable and supportive to others
- Can work both autonomously and as part of a multi-professional team
- Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Has an enquiring and analytical approach
- Ability to teach, train and educate all members of the MDT
- Completed competencies or working towards competencies for theatre equipment
- Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally.
- The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice.
- Minimum of 3 years post registration experience.
- At least 12 months scrub experience in operating theatres
- Experience working within Robotic Surgery
- Experience of collaborative patient-centred working with statutory and voluntary agencies
- Experience and understanding of clinical audit / research
- Evidence of experience of managing or leading a team
- Demonstration of regular updating of professional knowledge
- Ability to Implement and interpret policies and procedures
- Has a working knowledge of NHS and social care structures systems and processes
Desirable
- Cannulation and Venepuncture
- ECG recording and Interpretation
- XR and ECG interpretation
- Managing pre-assessment / outpatient follow up clinics.
Personal/Professional attributes
Essential
- To identify own personal development needs and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform role effectively
- To be able to develop the SCP role with the intention to enhance surgical services for East Kent patients and their families
- To participate in an annual appraisal with relevant reviews and to follow personal development plan as agreed with line manager
Other Requirements
Essential
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
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).
