Job summary
Surgical First Assistant
Bupa Cromwell Hospital - SW5 0TU (5 mins walk from Earls Court underground or 7 mins walk from Gloucester Road underground.)
£45,500- £53,583 per annum (inclusive of annual £5,000 SFA allowance)
Monday to Sunday
Full time 37.5 hours p/w
Join us and receive a one-off Golden Hello of £3000, or £5000 towards Domestic Relocation Costs (if applicable).
Financial support available to successful candidates to access fast track visa processing, subject to eligibility.
We make health happen
At Bupa, you can be the Nurse you want to be. With the autonomy to use your skills and strong benefits to support you, patient care can be your top priority.
Building a career in Nursing has never been easier, with good hours, you can live a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
Our main adult theatre is a busy and dynamic environment, setting the benchmark for clinical excellence. We have 5 operating suites catering for Cardiac, Orthopaedics, ENT and Ophthalmic, Plastics, General/Vascular, Urology and Gynaecology. We work with surgeons who are the best in their specialities carrying out simple to the more complex surgeries.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team, taking on the role of Surgical First Assistant. You will provide continuous competent and dedicated assistance under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon throughout the procedure and be responsible for the management of the equipment, instrumentation, and standards within the designated specialty and the role.
To act as a scrub nurse when SFA role if not required.
Assist in the positioning and preparation of a patient as directed by the surgical team and ensure that any specimens are correctly labelled and dispatched to the laboratory.
Control cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and asepsis.
Assist in the management of haemostasis.
Identify key issues related to tissue handling and its impact on tissue viability and healing.
Demonstrate the skilled ability and safe practice of:
Retracting tissue and organs
Handling tissues and organs
Removing haemostats
Using suction equipment
Indirect application of diathermy
Application of dressings/stoma appliances
Camera holding
Skin preparation prior to surgery
Draping the patient prior to surgery
Performing superficial skin closure and application of skin sutures and staples as directed by surgeon.
About us
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.
Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:
One off Golden Hello payment (Ts and Cs apply)
Payment of Professional Registration fees
Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind
An enhanced pension plan and life insurance
Annual performance-based bonus
Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work
Discounted access to online gym sessions through Gympass
Various other benefits and online discounts
Free onsite massages as a recognition for your hard work
Opportunity to participate in our annual awards ceremony
Job description
Job responsibilities
Surgical First Assistant
Bupa Cromwell Hospital - SW5 0TU (5 mins walk from Earls Court underground or 7 mins walk from Gloucester Road underground.)
£45,500- £53,583 per annum (inclusive of £5,000 a year SFA allowance)
Full time 37.5 hours p/w
Join us and receive a one-off Golden Hello of £3000, or £5000 towards Domestic Relocation Costs (if applicable).
Financial support available to successful candidates to access fast track visa processing, subject to eligibility.
We make health happen
At Bupa, you can be the Nurse you want to be. With the autonomy to use your skills and strong benefits to support you, patient care can be your top priority.
Building a career in Nursing has never been easier, with good hours, you can live a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
Our main adult theatre is a busy and dynamic environment, setting the benchmark for clinical excellence. We have 5 operating suites catering for Cardiac, Orthopaedics, ENT and Ophthalmic, Plastics, General/Vascular, Urology and Gynaecology. We work with surgeons who are the best in their specialities carrying out simple to the more complex surgeries.
You'll help us make health happen by:
To be responsible for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team, taking on the role of Surgical First Assistant/Senior Theatre practitioner role. You will provide continuous competent and dedicated assistance under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon throughout the procedure and be responsible for the management of the equipment, instrumentation, and standards within the designated specialty and the role.
To act as a scrub nurse when SFA role if not required.
Assist in the positioning and preparation of a patient as directed by the surgical team and ensure that any specimens are correctly labelled and dispatched to the laboratory.
Participate in departmental audit activities.
Control cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and asepsis.
Participate in induction and orientation programs for new staff to ensure a welcoming environment.
Assist the department in the Personal Development Plans of various members of staff.
Provide assistance in clinical/ operative procedures, both anaesthetics and surgery.
Assist in the management of haemostasis.
Identify key issues related to tissue handling and its impact on tissue viability and healing.
Demonstrate the skilled ability and safe practice of:
Retracting tissue and organs
Handling tissues and organs
Removing haemostats
Using suction equipment
Indirect application of diathermy
Application of dressings/stoma appliances
Camera holding
Skin preparation prior to surgery
Draping the patient prior to surgery
Performing superficial skin closure and application of skin sutures and staples as directed by surgeon.
Handling instruments
Provide immediate post-operative care as per local policy.
Provide initial emergency care as required as per local policy.
Take charge of the clinical area in the absence of an advanced practitioner ensuring patient, visitors, and staff safety.
Ensure the accurate collection of data in relation to theatre activity.
To undertake such duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and the needs of the service.
Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:
Registered Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner
Surgical First Assistant course
Mentorship Qualification
Peri-operative / Theatre Practice qualification
Job description
Job responsibilities
Surgical First Assistant
Bupa Cromwell Hospital - SW5 0TU (5 mins walk from Earls Court underground or 7 mins walk from Gloucester Road underground.)
£45,500- £53,583 per annum (inclusive of £5,000 a year SFA allowance)
Full time 37.5 hours p/w
Join us and receive a one-off Golden Hello of £3000, or £5000 towards Domestic Relocation Costs (if applicable).
Financial support available to successful candidates to access fast track visa processing, subject to eligibility.
We make health happen
At Bupa, you can be the Nurse you want to be. With the autonomy to use your skills and strong benefits to support you, patient care can be your top priority.
Building a career in Nursing has never been easier, with good hours, you can live a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
Our main adult theatre is a busy and dynamic environment, setting the benchmark for clinical excellence. We have 5 operating suites catering for Cardiac, Orthopaedics, ENT and Ophthalmic, Plastics, General/Vascular, Urology and Gynaecology. We work with surgeons who are the best in their specialities carrying out simple to the more complex surgeries.
You'll help us make health happen by:
To be responsible for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team, taking on the role of Surgical First Assistant/Senior Theatre practitioner role. You will provide continuous competent and dedicated assistance under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon throughout the procedure and be responsible for the management of the equipment, instrumentation, and standards within the designated specialty and the role.
To act as a scrub nurse when SFA role if not required.
Assist in the positioning and preparation of a patient as directed by the surgical team and ensure that any specimens are correctly labelled and dispatched to the laboratory.
Participate in departmental audit activities.
Control cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and asepsis.
Participate in induction and orientation programs for new staff to ensure a welcoming environment.
Assist the department in the Personal Development Plans of various members of staff.
Provide assistance in clinical/ operative procedures, both anaesthetics and surgery.
Assist in the management of haemostasis.
Identify key issues related to tissue handling and its impact on tissue viability and healing.
Demonstrate the skilled ability and safe practice of:
Retracting tissue and organs
Handling tissues and organs
Removing haemostats
Using suction equipment
Indirect application of diathermy
Application of dressings/stoma appliances
Camera holding
Skin preparation prior to surgery
Draping the patient prior to surgery
Performing superficial skin closure and application of skin sutures and staples as directed by surgeon.
Handling instruments
Provide immediate post-operative care as per local policy.
Provide initial emergency care as required as per local policy.
Take charge of the clinical area in the absence of an advanced practitioner ensuring patient, visitors, and staff safety.
Ensure the accurate collection of data in relation to theatre activity.
To undertake such duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and the needs of the service.
Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:
Registered Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner
Surgical First Assistant course
Mentorship Qualification
Peri-operative / Theatre Practice qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- ODP Practitioner experience
- Mentoring
Qualifications
Essential
- SFA Course Completed
- Mentorship Qualification
- Perioperative/Theatres Practice Qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- ODP Practitioner experience
- Mentoring
Qualifications
Essential
- SFA Course Completed
- Mentorship Qualification
- Perioperative/Theatres Practice Qualification
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).
