Theatre Scrub Practitioner

Job description

Job summary

The Loakes Theatres department at Wycombe Hospital is proud of the safe and effective care which we deliver. We are now looking for Band 5 theatre nurses, or Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs), who wish to gain, or build on, experience in this dynamic and interesting role. As the elective surgery site for the Trust, Loakes Theatres department mainly support operations across a range of Orthopaedics and Urology specialities. The theatre team also cover for other specialities such as ENT, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Plastic surgery and Robotic surgery.

Main duties of the job

You can expect a supportive and stretching career development programme, which will take you from your current level of experience to expertise in one, or more, of the surgical specialities we have to offer. This competency based programme is a key part of our vision for an efficient, compassionate peri-operative environment, which provides exceptional care for our patients and fully supports our staff in delivering this.

We are happy to consider applications from registered nurses or ODPs with previous theatre experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate an appreciation for the importance of care in surgery and provide evidence that they share our values,Collaborating with colleagues and service users,Aspiring to improve,Respecting the choices, wishes and attitudes of others andEnabling others to achieve their potential.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachments from the advert.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachments from the advert.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• RN (adult) or ODP

Desirable

• Teaching and Assessment recognised qualification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate with staff at all levels within and outside the Trust
• Ability to communicate with patients (and their relatives or carers) who may have some a range of complex health care issues, and a variety of sensory /communication / physical/ mental/health/ language needs
• Evidence of excellent inter-personal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Time Management
• Planning and organisation skill and abilitiy to meet deadlines
• Ability to remain in a restricted position for a long period of time

Desirable

• Complaints procedure training
• Sound knowledge of theatre practice and perioperative issues
• Working knowledge of the NHS and structures/procedures.
• IT skills

Special Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to transfer patients (some with disabilities) using mechanical aids
• Ability to travel to other sites
• Highly developed physical skills (good eye-hand co-ordination) including manual dexterity
• Ability to deal with highly unpleasant smells and body fluids on a daily basis
• Exposure to chemicals (including occasional chemical spills), laboratory samples (blood, gastric contents, biopsies and swabs)
• Exposure to potential hazards; electrical currents (diathermy), lasers, needle-stick and sharps injuries during the course of daily role

Experience

Desirable

• Experience in scrub, recovery or anaesthetics. New graduates may be considered depending on the nature of the vacancy

Experience

Desirable

• Experience in scrub, recovery or anaesthetics. New graduates may be considered depending on the nature of the vacancy

Person Specification
Education and qualifications

Essential

• RN (adult) or ODP

Desirable

• Teaching and Assessment recognised qualification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate with staff at all levels within and outside the Trust
• Ability to communicate with patients (and their relatives or carers) who may have some a range of complex health care issues, and a variety of sensory /communication / physical/ mental/health/ language needs
• Evidence of excellent inter-personal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Time Management
• Planning and organisation skill and abilitiy to meet deadlines
• Ability to remain in a restricted position for a long period of time

Desirable

• Complaints procedure training
• Sound knowledge of theatre practice and perioperative issues
• Working knowledge of the NHS and structures/procedures.
• IT skills

Special Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to transfer patients (some with disabilities) using mechanical aids
• Ability to travel to other sites
• Highly developed physical skills (good eye-hand co-ordination) including manual dexterity
• Ability to deal with highly unpleasant smells and body fluids on a daily basis
• Exposure to chemicals (including occasional chemical spills), laboratory samples (blood, gastric contents, biopsies and swabs)
• Exposure to potential hazards; electrical currents (diathermy), lasers, needle-stick and sharps injuries during the course of daily role

Experience

Desirable

• Experience in scrub, recovery or anaesthetics. New graduates may be considered depending on the nature of the vacancy

Experience

Desirable

• Experience in scrub, recovery or anaesthetics. New graduates may be considered depending on the nature of the vacancy

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address

Wycombe Hospital

Queen Alexandra Road

High Wycombe

HP11 2TT

United Kingdom

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