Assistant Theatre Practitioner

Job description

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Assistant Theatre Practitioner or Clinical Support Worker to join our theatre team at the Sussex Surgical Centre. Working in theatres offers an unique experience and suitable for those with a passion for patient care and able to adapt to working in a fast paced theatre environment.

Main duties of the job

The newly opened Sussex Surgical Centre provides an opportunity to work across a variety of specialities including Trauma and Orthopaedics, ENT and Maxillo-Facial Surgery, General Surgery, Gynaecology and Urology. The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting with perioperative patient care under the supervision of the registered practitioners, you will have have high standards and be capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

About us

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

The Assistant Theatre Practitioner undertakes a broad range of activities to support the smooth running of theatre activity on a daily basis. Main duties will include setting up of theatres, circulating role, assisting with positioning and transfer of patients, stocking up of consumables and assisting with advanced preparation for operating lists. This role also involves specimen handling, labelling and transportation, as well as cleaning of surfaces following protocols. You will be expected to maintain compliance with mandatory training , be positive and enthusiastic, embrace change and learning opportunities.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The Assistant Theatre Practitioner undertakes a broad range of activities to support the smooth running of theatre activity on a daily basis. Main duties will include setting up of theatres, circulating role, assisting with positioning and transfer of patients, stocking up of consumables and assisting with advanced preparation for operating lists. This role also involves specimen handling, labelling and transportation, as well as cleaning of surfaces following protocols. You will be expected to maintain compliance with mandatory training , be positive and enthusiastic, embrace change and learning opportunities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 or Functional skills for English/Maths
• Care Certificate (or willing to work towards)

Desirable

• 5 GCSE grade 4 or C and above or equivalent
• Evidence of mandatory and statutory essential training skills, for example, Basic Life Support, manual handling, infection control, fire etc
• Education and training to NVQ level 3/Work based diploma or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of working in Health or Social Care Environment delivering personal care or health care experience gained through an education programme

Desirable

• Relevant experience working in the NHS

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work under instruction from a Registered Professional without direct supervision and support
• Digital Skills, use of systems and ability to use physiological recording equipment and record findings
• Good communication skills and ability to document care episode or event on digital systems or written
• Ability to undertake vital observations and recognise any concerns that require escalation to a registered professional
• Ability to demonstrate Care and Compassion and Commitment to/for patients and carers
• A clear desire to work in a care environment and understanding of role
• Able to maintain information confidentially

Desirable

• Evidence of development of knowledge and skills relevant to role
• Training and competence in clinical tasks relevant to role ie. Cannulation, wound care, ECG

Other

Essential

• Flexibility in working hours and patterns
• Reliable work record
• Able to manage the physical and emotional demands of the role, including moving and handling of patients, able to concentrate to provide clinical care
• DBS Enhanced Disclosure
• Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (for domiciliary community role)

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 or Functional skills for English/Maths
• Care Certificate (or willing to work towards)

Desirable

• 5 GCSE grade 4 or C and above or equivalent
• Evidence of mandatory and statutory essential training skills, for example, Basic Life Support, manual handling, infection control, fire etc
• Education and training to NVQ level 3/Work based diploma or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of working in Health or Social Care Environment delivering personal care or health care experience gained through an education programme

Desirable

• Relevant experience working in the NHS

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work under instruction from a Registered Professional without direct supervision and support
• Digital Skills, use of systems and ability to use physiological recording equipment and record findings
• Good communication skills and ability to document care episode or event on digital systems or written
• Ability to undertake vital observations and recognise any concerns that require escalation to a registered professional
• Ability to demonstrate Care and Compassion and Commitment to/for patients and carers
• A clear desire to work in a care environment and understanding of role
• Able to maintain information confidentially

Desirable

• Evidence of development of knowledge and skills relevant to role
• Training and competence in clinical tasks relevant to role ie. Cannulation, wound care, ECG

Other

Essential

• Flexibility in working hours and patterns
• Reliable work record
• Able to manage the physical and emotional demands of the role, including moving and handling of patients, able to concentrate to provide clinical care
• DBS Enhanced Disclosure
• Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (for domiciliary community role)

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .

Employer details

Employer name

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address

Sussex Surgical Centre

Kings Drive

Eastbourne, East Sussex

BN21 2UD

United Kingdom

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