Job summary
The new VIN surgical centre will provide state-of-the-art clinical areas to support patient care. These include two theatres covering Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Pain, ENT, Dermatology, and General Surgery. There will also be a treatment room, recovery area and consulting rooms. The role of a HCSW within the theatre department is a specialised and extremely interesting and rewarding role. As a HCSW you will be directly impacting on the quality of care we provide to patients undergoing a surgical procedure. Please note that recruitment for this role will follow the process below:Tuesday 17th December - Assessment Centre and Interviews will be held at the Work Zone in Northwich (if you are shortlisted for this role) you will need to be available to attend in person on this date. No remote/teams assessments or interviews will be available due to the face-to-face nature of the role.
Main duties of the job
As a HCSW working closely within a theatre team you will set up and ensure theatre is ready for the day, setting up for elective procedures, checking equipment and ensuring theatre is prepared for the patient. You will also play a vital role in supporting patient throughout their surgical journey
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.
We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.
The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.
During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.
The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.
At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Preparation of theatres prior to list or procedure, preparation of clinical areas prior to procedure, by ensuring correct function of equipment, reporting any discrepancies.
2. Stocking up in theatres of consumable items, considering stock rotation and stock levels.
3. Support the clinical team during procedures e.g., carry out safety checks as instructed, i.e., swab/needle counts.
4. Partake in the 8 steps of patient safety including the WHO checklists.
5. Assist in the cleaning of clinical areas and equipment, ensuring that the area is clear of potential hazards i.e., blood products, clinical waste, and contaminated items to relevant collection areas.
6. Assist patients in maintaining their personal hygiene, grooming and dressing needs with specific concern for their religious, cultural and personal preference, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times.
7. Assist patients in gaining access to and in the use of appropriate toilet facilities. Measure and record body waste/fluid balance accurately.
8. Carry out pre-operative shaving in appropriate area, as required by local clinical need.
9. Ensure safe application of diathermy plates and tourniquets to patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Preparation of theatres prior to list or procedure, preparation of clinical areas prior to procedure, by ensuring correct function of equipment, reporting any discrepancies.
2. Stocking up in theatres of consumable items, considering stock rotation and stock levels.
3. Support the clinical team during procedures e.g., carry out safety checks as instructed, i.e., swab/needle counts.
4. Partake in the 8 steps of patient safety including the WHO checklists.
5. Assist in the cleaning of clinical areas and equipment, ensuring that the area is clear of potential hazards i.e., blood products, clinical waste, and contaminated items to relevant collection areas.
6. Assist patients in maintaining their personal hygiene, grooming and dressing needs with specific concern for their religious, cultural and personal preference, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times.
7. Assist patients in gaining access to and in the use of appropriate toilet facilities. Measure and record body waste/fluid balance accurately.
8. Carry out pre-operative shaving in appropriate area, as required by local clinical need.
9. Ensure safe application of diathermy plates and tourniquets to patients.
Person Specification
desirable
Desirable
- previous healthcare experience
desirable
Desirable
- prvious healthcare experience
desirable
Desirable
- evidence of desire to work in a Theatre setting
Person Specification
desirable
Desirable
- previous healthcare experience
desirable
Desirable
- prvious healthcare experience
desirable
Desirable
- evidence of desire to work in a Theatre setting
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).
