Job summary
If you are enthusiastic, motivated and looking for an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of dedicated staff then this unique opportunity to work in a specialist hospital in the beautiful county of Cornwall could be for you!
Experience of working in an operating department is desirable but not essential. Full training and support will be given and we offer many opportunities for further career progression.
Main duties of the job
To provide support to registered staff with the perioperative care of all patients. The post holder will possess knowledge of surgical procedures and be able to provide support to facilitate the delivery of high quality patient care.
Acting under the direction of registered practitioners the post holder will use available information regarding resource to support the delivery of perioperative care.
The post holder will participate in all aspects of perioperative care delivering direct patient care in a manner sensitive to the individual patient's needs and wishes, acknowledging and respecting their rights and beliefs at all times.
About us
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.
The Royal Cornwall trust is spread across four sites; the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro, St Austell Surgical Hub, St Austell, West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance and St Michaels' Hospital in Hayle.
St Austell Surgical Hub has pre-op area, two theatres, first stage recovery area and a discharge lounge. The aim of the unit is to conduct high volume, low complexity surgery, in a number of different specialities within the day case surgery remit.
You will be working with multi-disciplinary colleagues as a member of the core theatre team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of secondary education as a minimum English Language and Mathematics or equivalent experience
Desirable
- NVQ 2 in operating department practice or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with the public , i.e people skills/relations
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare in an acute environment of at least 6 months
- Theatre experience or equivalent of at least 6 months
- Clinical Skills, i.e venepuncture, OBS, Blood transfusion amongst others
Practical & Intellectual Skill
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Computer Literacy
- Able to work in a Team environment
Desirable
- Experience in using Galaxy system
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of secondary education as a minimum English Language and Mathematics or equivalent experience
Desirable
- NVQ 2 in operating department practice or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with the public , i.e people skills/relations
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare in an acute environment of at least 6 months
- Theatre experience or equivalent of at least 6 months
- Clinical Skills, i.e venepuncture, OBS, Blood transfusion amongst others
Practical & Intellectual Skill
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Computer Literacy
- Able to work in a Team environment
Desirable
- Experience in using Galaxy system
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).
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).
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