Job summary
A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Urology/Gynae scrub practitioner to join our team.
To be part of the Urology/Gynae team, is it crucial that you have had at least a year scrubbing in this speciality.
As one of the band 6 leaders, great communication is essential as we have a wide-ranging, multi professional team.
The working hours for the role are full time.
*Previous applicants need not apply*
Main duties of the job
To be successful in this role, you should be great at organising yourself and others, problem-solving to prevent delays or cancellations wherever possible.
This includes being able to order implants/equipment and be able to liaise with company reps.
We are a teaching trust , so an important part of the role is developing learners (students and new staff) within the theatre environment.
As with all staff, you will be working proactively to ensure the best experience for the patients and the wider team.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contactwestherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As one of the Urology/Gynae band 6s you would be expected to take turns (with the other practitioners) running the lists, scrubbing for large and small cases, supporting students and learners.
Organising and liaising with other departments for smooth running of the Urology/Gynae lists.
In this role you would step in, in the absence of the band 7, this includes co-ordinating the theatre department.
You will also be supported to take on additional responsibilities to ensure the smooth running of the lists and the operating department.
Examples of these could include ordering implants, running audits or becoming the lead for a specific area such as infection control or moving and handling.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As one of the Urology/Gynae band 6s you would be expected to take turns (with the other practitioners) running the lists, scrubbing for large and small cases, supporting students and learners.
Organising and liaising with other departments for smooth running of the Urology/Gynae lists.
In this role you would step in, in the absence of the band 7, this includes co-ordinating the theatre department.
You will also be supported to take on additional responsibilities to ensure the smooth running of the lists and the operating department.
Examples of these could include ordering implants, running audits or becoming the lead for a specific area such as infection control or moving and handling.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- First level registration with the NMC
- ODP registration
- Post-registration education programme related to speciality
- Evidence of professional development.
Desirable
- Working towards a degree ILS/ALS3
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of relevant political and professional issues in health care.
- Understanding of principles of budget management.
Desirable
- Knowledge of developing care pathways
Experience
Essential
- Teaching and facilitating experience Commitment to clinical effectiveness and evidence based care
- Experience as a Band 5
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance & Benchmarking.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- First level registration with the NMC
- ODP registration
- Post-registration education programme related to speciality
- Evidence of professional development.
Desirable
- Working towards a degree ILS/ALS3
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of relevant political and professional issues in health care.
- Understanding of principles of budget management.
Desirable
- Knowledge of developing care pathways
Experience
Essential
- Teaching and facilitating experience Commitment to clinical effectiveness and evidence based care
- Experience as a Band 5
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance & Benchmarking.
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).
