Job summary
We
are seeking a dedicated and experienced Theatre Manager to join our
expanding theatre team. The successful candidate will be an
experienced Theatre Scrub Practitioner with up-to-date experience working in
theatres, ophthalmic procedures and current practices.
Reporting
directly to the Clinical Services Manager you will be responsible for the
day-to-day organisation and running of our Ophthalmic Theatres, daily
management of the theatre team, including scrub nurses, OPDs, RGNs and HCAs.
You must have experience dealing with purchasing, maintaining stock levels, CQC
compliance, preparation for inspection, policies, processes and procedures,
supporting and developing a clinical team whilst ensuring high quality patient
care is provided at all times.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare operating theatres and surgical equipment for ophthalmic procedures.
- Assist surgeons during operations, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring patient safety.
- Daily management of theatre team personnel.
- Monitor and support patients throughout the intraoperative phase.
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.
- Participate in audits, training, and continuous professional development.
- To attend monthly operations committee meetings, as and when required.
- May be required to assist with return to theatre cases out of hours.
About us
iSIGHT Clinic is a leading
independent ophthalmic provider in the Northwest England, delivering excellence
in eye care for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on our patient-first approach
and the supportive, professional environment we offer to our patients and staff.
We provide a comprehensive adult ophthalmic service which includes General Ophthalmics,
cataract surgery, refractive surgery, laser eye treatments, glaucoma care, AMD
service including same day intravitreal injections, Orthoptics, and
ocular-plastics.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare operating theatres and surgical equipment for ophthalmic procedures.
- Assist surgeons during operations, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring patient safety.
- Daily management of theatre team personnel.
- Monitor and support patients throughout the intraoperative phase.
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.
- Participate in audits, training, and continuous professional development.
- To attend monthly operations committee meetings, as and when required.
- May be required to assist with return to theatre cases out of hours.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare operating theatres and surgical equipment for ophthalmic procedures.
- Assist surgeons during operations, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring patient safety.
- Daily management of theatre team personnel.
- Monitor and support patients throughout the intraoperative phase.
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.
- Participate in audits, training, and continuous professional development.
- To attend monthly operations committee meetings, as and when required.
- May be required to assist with return to theatre cases out of hours.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- - Registered Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with valid NMC or HCPC registration.
- - Theatre management experience
- - Minimum of 3 years experience with ophthalmic procedures is essential.
- - Be able to supervise/train other scrub nurses.
- - Strong understanding of infection control and theatre protocols.
- - Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- - Commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence.
- - Current ILS desirable but not essential
- - ALS certification is desirable, and will be expected to undertake the- ALS certification as part of the roles CPD.
- - Use of a car as travel to nearby sites is desirable.
- - Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- - Registered Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with valid NMC or HCPC registration.
- - Theatre management experience
- - Minimum of 3 years experience with ophthalmic procedures is essential.
- - Be able to supervise/train other scrub nurses.
- - Strong understanding of infection control and theatre protocols.
- - Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- - Commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence.
- - Current ILS desirable but not essential
- - ALS certification is desirable, and will be expected to undertake the- ALS certification as part of the roles CPD.
- - Use of a car as travel to nearby sites is desirable.
- - Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, and Word.
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).
