Job summary
We are looking for a Band 5 operating department practitioner to work in theatres, recovery, admissions/ ambulatory lounges. The post holder is responsible for assessment of the perioperative care needs of patients, planning programmes of care, implementation and evaluation without direct supervision. At times they will have management responsibility for being in-charge of the ward and supervising junior members of staff. The post holder will be a key member in relation to the development of practice in theatres. They will be working independently/autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions. Ensuring the safety and well being of services users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centered care principles.
Closing date: 8 September 2024
Interview date: 23 Sept 2024
Main duties of the job
Admit surgical patients
Scrub/ circulating in operating theatres
Recovery post operative patients
Work with multi-disciplinary in ambulatory care post-operative lounge
Co ordinate theatre lists and departmental duties
Support Trust initiatives/ Quality Improvement and Audit
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work closely with the senior staff and multidisciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of clinical practice and staff development as part of the theatre team.
As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of anaesthetic assistant following all checks and procedures as laid down in National / Theatre Policy.
As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of anaesthetic assistant and support other members of the multidisciplinary team.
To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant documentation without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures in place to support safe patient care
To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified as appropriate to knowledge and training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work closely with the senior staff and multidisciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of clinical practice and staff development as part of the theatre team.
As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of anaesthetic assistant following all checks and procedures as laid down in National / Theatre Policy.
As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of anaesthetic assistant and support other members of the multidisciplinary team.
To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant documentation without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures in place to support safe patient care
To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified as appropriate to knowledge and training.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner on the NMC/ HCPC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality
Desirable
- Teaching & assessing qualification
Previous experience
Essential
- Experience of working on own and in a team
- Experience of working in the relevant area
- Completion of preceptorship
- Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
- Previous experience in other nursing fields
Skills/Knowled ge/ Ability
Essential
- Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate programmes of care
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
- Competent in basic life support
Desirable
- IT skills Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS
Additional Information
Essential
- The ability to undertake reflective thinking on own practice
- Good attendance Record
Managing conflict/ stress
Essential
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Evidence of de-escalation
Desirable
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner on the NMC/ HCPC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality
Desirable
- Teaching & assessing qualification
Previous experience
Essential
- Experience of working on own and in a team
- Experience of working in the relevant area
- Completion of preceptorship
- Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
- Previous experience in other nursing fields
Skills/Knowled ge/ Ability
Essential
- Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate programmes of care
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
- Competent in basic life support
Desirable
- IT skills Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS
Additional Information
Essential
- The ability to undertake reflective thinking on own practice
- Good attendance Record
Managing conflict/ stress
Essential
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Evidence of de-escalation
Desirable
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).
