Job summary
We are looking for dynamic and proactive scrub staff to join our team to maintain the delivery of safe, high quality, patient-focused care within our Gynaecology and Obstetrics theatres. Therefore an exciting opportunity has arisen for scrub practitioners to take on a roles at Liverpool Women's Hospital.
We are looking for forward thinking and highly motivated practitioners, who are able to demonstrate good time management skills, you will also need to possess good communication skill (verbal, written & electronic) and have the ability to work as part of a cohesive team.
Liverpool Women's Hospital does great things every day; do you want to be part of something special? If you are interested and would like to come and meet our team, we would be happy to arrange an informal visit.This post is suitable for experienced registered staff - RGN and ODP, and you must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Main duties of the job
To perform as safe and competent clinical members of the team in theatre and to provide specialised holistic care for the peri-operative patient.
Contribute to an effective, motivated and competent workforce and ensure that high quality standards are maintained and developed.
Ensure the cleanliness of all the Operating Theatre areas and equipment at all times.
Prepare the Operating Theatre prior to and following operative procedures.
Participate in out-of-hours on-call rota as required.
Perform other duties as reasonably required to assist in the smooth running of the Operating Department.
Be responsible for the self-development of skills and competencies.
Maintain a broad understanding of the work of the Clinical Support Services and the Trust as a whole and actively contribute your ideas for the improvement of service provision.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes usthe specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.
The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.
Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:
Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652
Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
For information regarding full duties, responsibilities and a detailed job description please see attached documentation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For information regarding full duties, responsibilities and a detailed job description please see attached documentation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified O.D.P. or R.N. (Adult)
- Anaesthetic qualification if required for anaesthetic support rota
Desirable
- Recovery/Scrub qualification
- Diploma educated or equivalent
- Teaching and assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous perioperative experience in theatre environment
- This post is suitable for newly qualified ODPs or for nurses with previous theatre scrub experience.
- Can demonstrate the ability to deliver high standards of care.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Can demonstrate the ability to solve problems and prioritise workload
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Able to demonstrate good communication skills
- Able to demonstrate that they work well within a team
- Able to maintain accurate patient records
- Basic IT skills
- Able to work with limited supervision
- Able to demonstrate self-motivation and the motivation of others
- Understanding of the need for change in the clinical setting due to strive for quality
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible working shifts pattern including nights, twilight's and on call
- Good general health and attendance record
- Frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions/ body fluids/noxious fumes/ COSHH regulated substances
- Ability to work with an unpredictable workload and deal with traumatic situations when they arise
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified O.D.P. or R.N. (Adult)
- Anaesthetic qualification if required for anaesthetic support rota
Desirable
- Recovery/Scrub qualification
- Diploma educated or equivalent
- Teaching and assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous perioperative experience in theatre environment
- This post is suitable for newly qualified ODPs or for nurses with previous theatre scrub experience.
- Can demonstrate the ability to deliver high standards of care.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Can demonstrate the ability to solve problems and prioritise workload
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Able to demonstrate good communication skills
- Able to demonstrate that they work well within a team
- Able to maintain accurate patient records
- Basic IT skills
- Able to work with limited supervision
- Able to demonstrate self-motivation and the motivation of others
- Understanding of the need for change in the clinical setting due to strive for quality
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible working shifts pattern including nights, twilight's and on call
- Good general health and attendance record
- Frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions/ body fluids/noxious fumes/ COSHH regulated substances
- Ability to work with an unpredictable workload and deal with traumatic situations when they arise
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).
