Job summary
At Bradford Royal Infirmary we are offering a fantastic opportunity to undertake an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) Degree in association with the University of Bolton. Now in its fourth year here at Bradford Teaching Hospital the course allows you to learn the knowledge and skills required across the different areas of perioperative care.
ODPs are registered healthcare professionals specialising in caring for people before, during and after surgery. ODPs work with patients of all ages in operating theatres and other perioperative environments and ensure the patient is safe throughout each stage of their surgical procedure. The role of an ODP offers a highly skilled role with a significant degree of variety, where you will be responsible for managing patient care for scheduled routine operations as well as responding to acute and life threating emergencies in various parts of the hospital
The job holder will be employed in a three-year full time degree apprenticeship role within the Bradford Teaching Hospital. During that time you will be working on site at the Bradford Teaching Hospital for 80% of your course while you under take practical assessments. The remaining 20% of the role will be delivered through formal education both in-house and at the University of Bolton. Your overall final grade will be made up of both practical competencies and academic study.
Main duties of the job
For the full 3 years you will be supported by supervisors and assessors from anaesthetics, scrub and recovery as well as experience other areas of the hospital such as maternity, accident and emergency, MRI and CT.
On successful completion of the programme you will be eligible to apply to the Health and Care Profession Council (HCPC) to enter the register as an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).
This is a unique opportunity to work and study with outstanding clinical professionals, and to develop your career.
PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THIS ROLE, WE WILL CLOSE THE APPLICATION WHEN WE HAVE REACHED AN OPTIMAL NUMBER OF APPLICANTS, SO EARLY APPLICATION IS ESSENTIAL.
For more information please contact - James Brown - james.brown@bthft.nhs.uk or call 01274 38 2706 or John Lynch - john.lynch@bthft.nhs.uk or call 01274 38 2706
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, excellent pension scheme and advice on childcare.
Closing Date: 26.05.23 (This date may change dependent on the response)
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within healthcare delivering personal and clinical care
Skills
Essential
- Basic level computer skills particularly the ability to use Excel and Word, access patient administration systems
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the use of e-mails
- Excellent team working and interpersonal skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Ability to accept delegation and work without direct supervision
Knowledge
Essential
- Insight into roles and responsibilities of post
- Commitment to undergo training and complete competencies required for the post within the timescales of the apprenticeship
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's Grade A* - C or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent). including English language, Mathematics and a science
- 112 UCAS points, the applicant's level 3 must include a science subject; for instance, A-level Biology or BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science. Examples of science subjects include healthcare, human biology, biology, physics, chemistry, psychology and social science. Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking will not be counted towards the UCAS points requirement.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within healthcare delivering personal and clinical care
Skills
Essential
- Basic level computer skills particularly the ability to use Excel and Word, access patient administration systems
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the use of e-mails
- Excellent team working and interpersonal skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Ability to accept delegation and work without direct supervision
Knowledge
Essential
- Insight into roles and responsibilities of post
- Commitment to undergo training and complete competencies required for the post within the timescales of the apprenticeship
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's Grade A* - C or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent). including English language, Mathematics and a science
- 112 UCAS points, the applicant's level 3 must include a science subject; for instance, A-level Biology or BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science. Examples of science subjects include healthcare, human biology, biology, physics, chemistry, psychology and social science. Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking will not be counted towards the UCAS points requirement.
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).
