Job summary
We are seeking a trainee or experienced Orthopaedic Advanced Scrub Practitioner
to be part of our Orthopaedic theatre team based within the hospital to uphold
the highest level of perioperative patient care.
Passionate
about putting our patients first, you will have considerable experience of
working in and across Orthopaedic theatres as a perioperative practitioner.
This is your opportunity to become an Advanced Scrub Practitioner in
perioperative practice. Committed to sharing best practice with colleagues to
enhance service and standards, you will be trained on a wide range of equipment
and medical devices.
You will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of professional
expertise and ensure that the highest standard of care is given during the
perioperative stage for Trauma and Orthopaedics surgery. Our pledge is to
support your personal and career development, with exposure to a wide range of Orthopaedic
procedures and a variety of learning opportunities/experiences.
As a trainee Advanced Scrub Practitioner you will be employed on Band 5
pay scale until you are fully qualified, experienced and meet all the required
post qualifications for appointment to Band 6 pay scale.
Main duties of the job
If
not already qualified in the Advanced Scrub Practitioner role this is your
chance to take on a trainee role within our operating theatres. Determined to
drive excellence, you will act as an Advanced Scrub Practitioner while
supporting the management and organisation of care within the operating
theatre. Your hands-on responsibilities will include providing skilled
assistance under the direct supervision of the lead operating surgeon, using suction
equipment and assisting with the placement and cutting of sutures and
ligatures. You will act as a role model of perioperative practice, supporting
colleagues to develop their knowledge and experience.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To
provide assistance and support to the Orthopaedic Surgeons, Registrars under
direct guidance and/or supervision of the primary operative surgeon assisting
in the perioperative care of the patient in both adult and paediatric
elective/trauma orthopaedic surgical procedures.
To work closely with the Orthopaedic/Theatre
Team both Medical and Nursing to ensure the smooth running of the operating
list.
To
provide a continuously improving service reflecting the Directorate clinical
governance framework and identified patient journeys.
To
assist with co ordination of future operating lists.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To
provide assistance and support to the Orthopaedic Surgeons, Registrars under
direct guidance and/or supervision of the primary operative surgeon assisting
in the perioperative care of the patient in both adult and paediatric
elective/trauma orthopaedic surgical procedures.
To work closely with the Orthopaedic/Theatre
Team both Medical and Nursing to ensure the smooth running of the operating
list.
To
provide a continuously improving service reflecting the Directorate clinical
governance framework and identified patient journeys.
To
assist with co ordination of future operating lists.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Ability to communicate health related information in an understandable way to patients and colleagues, adapting communication style to meet the needs of the recipient
- Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both verbally and in writing
- Basic skills of empathy and reassurance
- Problem solving skills
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC /HCPC Registration / Diploma
- IT Skills
- Teaching Certificate / Mentorship
- Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Knowledge of how to facilitate learning
- Knowledge of current professional and Clinical Governance issues
- Knowledge and participation of research and/or clinical audit
- Evidence of competency in relation to nursing care practices appropriate to the post
- Specialist knowledge across a range of Orthopaedic procedures
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing or working towards
- Advanced Scrub Practitioner course
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective communicator with patients relatives and all members of the multi-disciplinary healthcare team involved in primary and secondary care
- Ability to work in a calm and efficient manner
- Self-motivator
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Able to work on own initiative
- Ability to set objectives and prioritise
- Competent in the use of Microsoft office packages
- Able to meet Trust attendance management standards
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Experience
Essential
- Must have a minimum 2 years experience of working in operating theatres
Desirable
- Knowledge of CHS policies and procedures, and management structure
- Health and safety issues
Attitude
Essential
- Ability to cope with the occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances
- Committed to pursuing patient concerns
- Flexible and adaptable to change duties in accordance with patient needs, and react to instructions from more senior members of the team
- Team worker
- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Committed to behaving in a professional manner to present a caring image to patients
- Willing to undertake in-house development programmes and vocational studies
Other
Essential
- The post holder will be expected to attend their place of work at all times including Public Holidays
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Ability to communicate health related information in an understandable way to patients and colleagues, adapting communication style to meet the needs of the recipient
- Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both verbally and in writing
- Basic skills of empathy and reassurance
- Problem solving skills
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC /HCPC Registration / Diploma
- IT Skills
- Teaching Certificate / Mentorship
- Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Knowledge of how to facilitate learning
- Knowledge of current professional and Clinical Governance issues
- Knowledge and participation of research and/or clinical audit
- Evidence of competency in relation to nursing care practices appropriate to the post
- Specialist knowledge across a range of Orthopaedic procedures
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing or working towards
- Advanced Scrub Practitioner course
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective communicator with patients relatives and all members of the multi-disciplinary healthcare team involved in primary and secondary care
- Ability to work in a calm and efficient manner
- Self-motivator
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Able to work on own initiative
- Ability to set objectives and prioritise
- Competent in the use of Microsoft office packages
- Able to meet Trust attendance management standards
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Experience
Essential
- Must have a minimum 2 years experience of working in operating theatres
Desirable
- Knowledge of CHS policies and procedures, and management structure
- Health and safety issues
Attitude
Essential
- Ability to cope with the occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances
- Committed to pursuing patient concerns
- Flexible and adaptable to change duties in accordance with patient needs, and react to instructions from more senior members of the team
- Team worker
- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Committed to behaving in a professional manner to present a caring image to patients
- Willing to undertake in-house development programmes and vocational studies
Other
Essential
- The post holder will be expected to attend their place of work at all times including Public Holidays
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).
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