Job summary
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust invite applications for the position of Theatre Scrub Team Leader for our site at and Bishop Auckland General Hospital.
The pandemic has demonstrated the value of our greatest asset our employees. The dedication and support that our workforce have provided has been second to none and here at CDDFT we are extremely proud of them.
We care for our colleagues, and as a modern day employer in the NHS we realise that prospective employees can choose where they wish to work. That is why in our opinion, the health and wellbeing support we offer our staff is second to none.
Our Theatre team are friendly and supportive, encouraging professional development to enhance skills and professional competence. The departmental Practice Development team, in coordination with the Theatre Management team, support the staff members to identify and realise areas for career progression, both on an individual basis and also as a team approach to achieving their highest potential.
Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prioritise
daily activities to respond to changing circumstances, providing a seamless
service to users.
Develop
work plans and allocate work, consistent with departmental objectives, ensuring
these are realistic and achievable, taking into account multidisciplinary team
members abilities and developmental needs.
Contribute
to recruitment and retention using agreed methods and protocols for staffing
and skill mix
Objectively
assess the work of multidisciplinary team members, providing clear constructive
feedback in a manner most likely to improve/maintain performance.
Contribute
to the ongoing audit cycle to identify issues which arise during the
perioperative phase. Participate in effective implementation of measures to
combat these issues.
Participate
in direct care needs of the patient, providing expert knowledge of clinical
specialities and act as a role model
Monitor
the standards of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient
care.
Be
proactive with audit and monitoring of documentation to ensure that it is
produced in accordance with Trust policy and also NMC/HCPC guidelines.
Monitor
clinical prac
About us
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You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
DIMENSIONS OF THE JOB
Co-ordinate activities and resources on a daily basis to
meet the needs of the multiple service users.
Be an effective role model, teach; facilitate; mentor and preceptor to
junior members of the multidisciplinary team.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide smooth
coordination of the operating theatre department, optimizing all resources
available in ensuring a safe, cost effective service.
The post holder is also required to undertake the role of
Unit Co-ordinator as & when rostered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DIMENSIONS OF THE JOB
Co-ordinate activities and resources on a daily basis to
meet the needs of the multiple service users.
Be an effective role model, teach; facilitate; mentor and preceptor to
junior members of the multidisciplinary team.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide smooth
coordination of the operating theatre department, optimizing all resources
available in ensuring a safe, cost effective service.
The post holder is also required to undertake the role of
Unit Co-ordinator as & when rostered.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Registered Nurse / ODP within the Operating Theatre. Teaching and assessing qualification or willingness to work towards. Diploma or degree or willingness to work towards or relevant practical experience within the department specialities.
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse /Operating Department Practitioner.
- Leadership experience.
Desirable
- Experience as a Registered Nurse / ODP within the Operating Theatre. Teaching and assessing qualification or willingness to work towards. Diploma or degree or willingness to work towards or relevant practical experience within the department specialities.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Computer skills. Specific skills relevant to area of practice. Recruitment and selection skills.
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered with NMC or HCPC
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Registered Nurse / ODP within the Operating Theatre. Teaching and assessing qualification or willingness to work towards. Diploma or degree or willingness to work towards or relevant practical experience within the department specialities.
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse /Operating Department Practitioner.
- Leadership experience.
Desirable
- Experience as a Registered Nurse / ODP within the Operating Theatre. Teaching and assessing qualification or willingness to work towards. Diploma or degree or willingness to work towards or relevant practical experience within the department specialities.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Computer skills. Specific skills relevant to area of practice. Recruitment and selection skills.
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered with NMC or HCPC
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
