Job summary
To undertake a range of duties including clerical and direct care activities under the direct supervision of a registered member of the theatre staff or a senior Perioperative Care Assistant, guided by QCF level 3 Health Diploma in Peri-operative Support competencies.
The post holder will be assigned to work in one area of the directorate but may be expected to provide cover in other areas because of sickness/absence.
Contribute to receiving and supporting patients during clinical procedures.
Adhere to all Trust, Directorate and Departmental policies and procedure.
Contribute to the support of patients, relatives and friends whilst in the operating department.
Main duties of the job
Participate in the planning, implementation and assessing of patient care in line with SPLINTS requirements..
Work as a flexible Theatre Practitioner in full support of the Theatre Team.
Ensure all documentation is completed accurately, legibly and confidentiality is maintained.
Maintain NMC/HCPC registration and practice within the code of professional conduct where applicable.
Perform operating department duties in accordance with agreed policies & procedures.
Adhere to guidelines and policies pertaining to the safe administration and storage ofmedicines within the department.
Participate in the provision of 24hr cover of the department as directed by the Theatre Coordinator, Clinical Theatre Manager / Matron or Patient Service Manager.
Participate in the interdepartmental rotation within skills within your scope of practice when required.
Ensure maintenance of good working relationships, communication and teamwork with all disciplines within the department and wards/department in the hospital.
About us
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
We want to attract staff who embrace our 'Right Care' behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients - we want to make these part of our DNA.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Any duties as directed by the senior practitioner in charge of the Operating Theatre team.
Act as a circulating member of the theatre team.
Assist in the care, labelling and despatch of specimens for laboratory examination.
Assist in the preparation, stocking up and cleaning of the theatre suite.
Transfer of patients using various modes of transport, throughout the hospital adhering to current manual handling regulations and theatre competencies.
Contribute to the support of patients in transition from one caring setting to another, following transfer competencies.
Participating in team briefs and patient safety checklists.
Liaise and co-operate with other ward and department staff within the hospital.
Participate in the promotion of good relationships within the department.
Participate in regular departmental meetings.
Ensure strict confidentiality with regard to patients and staff at all times.
Participate in the regular updating all mandatory training e.g. Fire, lifting & handling, tourniquet safety, diathermy, medical gases, infection control and resuscitation.
Ensuring that you adhere to the agreed uniform policy.
Report any shortfalls in the departmental stores or equipment to a senior member of staff.
Report to the Person in Charge any incident, accidents or complaints within the department.
Ensure strict confidentiality with regard to patients and staff at all times.
To work in other areas within the hospital as directed by the Theatre Co-ordinator or Deputy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Any duties as directed by the senior practitioner in charge of the Operating Theatre team.
Act as a circulating member of the theatre team.
Assist in the care, labelling and despatch of specimens for laboratory examination.
Assist in the preparation, stocking up and cleaning of the theatre suite.
Transfer of patients using various modes of transport, throughout the hospital adhering to current manual handling regulations and theatre competencies.
Contribute to the support of patients in transition from one caring setting to another, following transfer competencies.
Participating in team briefs and patient safety checklists.
Liaise and co-operate with other ward and department staff within the hospital.
Participate in the promotion of good relationships within the department.
Participate in regular departmental meetings.
Ensure strict confidentiality with regard to patients and staff at all times.
Participate in the regular updating all mandatory training e.g. Fire, lifting & handling, tourniquet safety, diathermy, medical gases, infection control and resuscitation.
Ensuring that you adhere to the agreed uniform policy.
Report any shortfalls in the departmental stores or equipment to a senior member of staff.
Report to the Person in Charge any incident, accidents or complaints within the department.
Ensure strict confidentiality with regard to patients and staff at all times.
To work in other areas within the hospital as directed by the Theatre Co-ordinator or Deputy.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- A basic understanding of Theatre
- Understanding of the NHS Constitution and its implications
Desirable
- Knowledge of IT systems, SystmOne, Trisoft, Health Edge
Skills
Essential
- oGood communication skills, verbal & IT
Desirable
- Experience of working in a team
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Previous experience in a caring environment
Personal
Essential
- Team worker, smart and reliable
- Ability to work flexible and antisocial hours
Desirable
- Awareness of perioperative career pathway
- Self-motivated
- Time management for shift work & educational aspect of role
- Self-care strategies for managing physical, mental & emotional challenges associated
Qualifications
Essential
- QCF Level 3 Health Diploma in Peri-operative support
- General education, numerate and literate to Functional skills Level 2, A-C or equivalent GCSE
Desirable
- BTEC Health & Social studies
- The Care Certificate
- QCF Level 3 Health Diploma
Other
Essential
- Able to fulfil pre-employment health & wellbeing checks as per Trust policy with enhanced CRB clearance
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- A basic understanding of Theatre
- Understanding of the NHS Constitution and its implications
Desirable
- Knowledge of IT systems, SystmOne, Trisoft, Health Edge
Skills
Essential
- oGood communication skills, verbal & IT
Desirable
- Experience of working in a team
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Previous experience in a caring environment
Personal
Essential
- Team worker, smart and reliable
- Ability to work flexible and antisocial hours
Desirable
- Awareness of perioperative career pathway
- Self-motivated
- Time management for shift work & educational aspect of role
- Self-care strategies for managing physical, mental & emotional challenges associated
Qualifications
Essential
- QCF Level 3 Health Diploma in Peri-operative support
- General education, numerate and literate to Functional skills Level 2, A-C or equivalent GCSE
Desirable
- BTEC Health & Social studies
- The Care Certificate
- QCF Level 3 Health Diploma
Other
Essential
- Able to fulfil pre-employment health & wellbeing checks as per Trust policy with enhanced CRB clearance
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
