Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Job summary

Where providing better care gives a greater sense of pride

As an experienced OPD, youve probably become used to sacrificing evenings and weekends for the job you love. Well, we can offer you a great role as part of a friendly, welcoming and expert multidisciplinary theatre team.

All of our work is planned so with us you will be able to apply your knowledge, skills and experience in a pre-arranged, non-emergency care environment, allowing you to focus on delivering a first-class service to your patients Youll be working 37.5 hours a week over days, with no routine scheduled night work, or working Sundays or bank holidays, youll enjoy a better balance between your work and your home life, as you grow in your role and take your career development just as far and as fast as you want to.

About the role

Youll be a vital part of a professional, friendly and compassionate team supported by our experienced Theatre Manager. Our focus at all times is on ensuring that our patients receive high quality treatment quickly, in clean and comfortable surroundings, and youll do everything you can to ensure the patients treatment is of the highest standard.

Youll be responsible for undertaking pre-operative checks, ensuring the effective and accurate handover of patients from the anaesthetic and scrub team and assessing patients appropriately throughout their recovery period.

Main duties of the job

Who we're looking for

A Registered NMC Nurse or an HCPC registered Operating Department Practitioner, with:

• experience in anaesthesia and recovery and the extubating and resuscitation of patients
• competent in IV therapies and catheterisation
• clinical knowledge of anaesthetics and infection control, alongside your
• problem-solving skills and ability to think both literally and laterally
• having a sound knowledge of Health and Safety/Risk management within the operating department

What you can expect in return

• Competitive rates of pay
• Work full time hours over 4 days
• No night work, no Sunday work and no bank holiday work
• No on-call
• Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Outstanding long-term career opportunities

About us

From ear, nose and throat treatments, to foot and ankle surgery, here at Practice Plus Group, the secondary care we provide is second to none. The consistently high CQC ratings our hospitals and surgical centres receive bear testimony to that. And our success is all down to the care, skill and commitment shown by our teams across the UK.

Join us to work in partnership with the NHS, delivering scheduled treatments to private and NHS patients. Its a chance to be part of an agile and innovative healthcare company thats determined to help our partners introduce new ideas and new ways of working. And its an opportunity to pursue a rewarding career as a key member of a caring team

To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contact sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com in our friendly resourcing team.

We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information, please request a copy of the full job description from sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered operating department practitioner with relevant experience in anaesthesia and recovery as well as experience in the extubating and resuscitation of patients

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).