Job summary
Theatre Services are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated member of staff to join our team of Level II Operating Department Support Workers within our Theatres
The role involves: supporting clinical staff within the Operating Theatre environment to deliver a high quality service for the people of Walsall.
You will be required to rotate through the specialties below to gain knowledge and experience and work shift patterns including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Obstetrics and gynaecology
- ENT and paediatrics
- Oral surgery
Training opportunities available include apprenticeship for ODP training, NVQ and many internal training opportunities.
You will need to want to work towards obtaining the clinical health care support (QCF level 2) qualification. Math's & English at grade C/Level 2 and above are required for this post as there will be opportunities to progress your career in the future.
Main duties of the job
Theatre Services are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated member of staff to join our team of Level II Operating Department Support Workers within our 3 theatre suites
The role involves: supporting clinical staff within the Operating Theatre environment to deliver a high quality service for the people of Walsall.
You will be required to rotate through the specialties below to gain knowledge and experience and work shift patterns including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Obstetrics and gynaecology
Training opportunities available including mandatory training within the hospitals own specialised manor learning centre which has state of the art skills stations.
You will need to want to work towards obtaining the clinical health care support (QCF level 2) qualification. Math's & English at grade C/Level 2 and above are required for this post as there will be opportunities to progress your career in the future.
Applicants should note that if successful at interview, the offer of appointment would be subject to vetting procedures undertaken by the Criminal Records Bureau.
About us
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic ODSW to join our team at Walsall.
The Trust has recently gone through a multi million pound refurbishment in Theatres and Emergency departments.
We offer the opportunity to progress in your career and given the right drive and enthusiasm there is an education package available with the support of the PEF Team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Anticipate and prepare the theatres for use:- Checking all equipment is in working order Assemble and attach all specialist equipment to operating tables, camerasystems etc.1. Prepare equipment prior to start of surgery undertaking routine checksreporting any defects to the Team Leader2. Collect patients from wards, ensuring correct identity, patients recordsand accompany patients to theatre, returning patients to wards postrecovery.3. Assisting in the transfer of patients from trolley to table and back, assisting inthe positioning of patients on the table to the surgeons requirements undersupervision.4. Preparing and assisting medical staff with the application of Plaster ofParis5. Holding Limbs as directed by medical staff during preparation of thepatientFor One & All6. Applies tourniquets under supervision of the surgeon.7. Moving of Theatre Lights and assisting in the use of headlights as instructed bythe surgeon8. Undertake circulating duties as and when directed by theatrepractitioners9. Assist in the anesthetic room and recovery as directed by the theatrepractitioners.10. To undertake general cleaning duties in order to maintain a suitable operatingenvironment11.To clean down Theatre between procedures, as appropriate, ensuring thethorough decontamination of the Theatre, equipment and instrumentation.Returning equipment and consumables to their storage area12.Ensuring Stock levels are maintained and all HSDU is appropriately stored foruse, identifying or anticipating any problems to be reported to the team leader13.In the absence of the storekeeper, to be responsible for the orderingand storing of consumables in the store room.14.Ensure that all documentation, both clinical and administrative, iscompleted electronically or written correctly15.Responsible for the cleaning of Surgeons theatre shoes and generalhousekeeping duties at the end of the day.16.Collect blood from blood bank. Take specimens to path lab, ensuring correctdocumentation is completed and specimens are transported correctly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Anticipate and prepare the theatres for use:- Checking all equipment is in working order Assemble and attach all specialist equipment to operating tables, camerasystems etc.1. Prepare equipment prior to start of surgery undertaking routine checksreporting any defects to the Team Leader2. Collect patients from wards, ensuring correct identity, patients recordsand accompany patients to theatre, returning patients to wards postrecovery.3. Assisting in the transfer of patients from trolley to table and back, assisting inthe positioning of patients on the table to the surgeons requirements undersupervision.4. Preparing and assisting medical staff with the application of Plaster ofParis5. Holding Limbs as directed by medical staff during preparation of thepatientFor One & All6. Applies tourniquets under supervision of the surgeon.7. Moving of Theatre Lights and assisting in the use of headlights as instructed bythe surgeon8. Undertake circulating duties as and when directed by theatrepractitioners9. Assist in the anesthetic room and recovery as directed by the theatrepractitioners.10. To undertake general cleaning duties in order to maintain a suitable operatingenvironment11.To clean down Theatre between procedures, as appropriate, ensuring thethorough decontamination of the Theatre, equipment and instrumentation.Returning equipment and consumables to their storage area12.Ensuring Stock levels are maintained and all HSDU is appropriately stored foruse, identifying or anticipating any problems to be reported to the team leader13.In the absence of the storekeeper, to be responsible for the orderingand storing of consumables in the store room.14.Ensure that all documentation, both clinical and administrative, iscompleted electronically or written correctly15.Responsible for the cleaning of Surgeons theatre shoes and generalhousekeeping duties at the end of the day.16.Collect blood from blood bank. Take specimens to path lab, ensuring correctdocumentation is completed and specimens are transported correctly.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- oCandidate must be willing to undertake or already possess NVQ Level 2.
- oMust have basic English and mathematical skills.
- oWell-presented written application, demonstrating the ability to produce high quality documentation as required by the role i.e.; spelling and grammatical accuracy.
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oDemonstrates an understanding of effective communication within a healthcare setting
- oDemonstrate excellent interpersonal skills:
Qualification
Essential
- Qualification in healthcare NVQ level 2 or equivalent
- Good level of communication skills
- Correctly completed application form
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- oCandidate must be willing to undertake or already possess NVQ Level 2.
- oMust have basic English and mathematical skills.
- oWell-presented written application, demonstrating the ability to produce high quality documentation as required by the role i.e.; spelling and grammatical accuracy.
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oDemonstrates an understanding of effective communication within a healthcare setting
- oDemonstrate excellent interpersonal skills:
Qualification
Essential
- Qualification in healthcare NVQ level 2 or equivalent
- Good level of communication skills
- Correctly completed application form
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).
