Job summary
To assist the registered practitioner to provide a high standard of evidence based patient care within the Cardiothoracic Theatre Complex, by participating in clinical and non-clinical duties.
To assist the registered practitioner to implement care delivery according to patient care needs, as part of the multi-disciplinary Theatre Team.
To work in collaboration with staff in other areas of the Directorate and Trust to ensure a seamless service for patients.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
- Assist the registered practitioner to maintain the seamless running of the operating list by ensuring the daily checking and preparation of the Theatre environment and equipment required to carry out the days planned clinical procedures.
- Assist in the delivery of quality care to the unconscious patient, with the effective utilisation of locally agreed care pathways.
- Assist with completing accurate and detailed documentation of individualised care delivery.
- Participate in the accurate accounting of all disposable and non-disposable instrumentation, before, during and after a surgical procedure according to departmental policies.
- Adhere to policies and procedures when handling sharp instrumentation/materials and when handling hazardous chemicals e.g. formalin, during the course of daily duties.
- Give effective support to the multi-disciplinary team when assuming the role of the Circulating practitioner, under the supervision of the registered practitioner.
- Assist the registered practitioner in rapidly changing emergency situations within the theatre and ward environments, requiring a high degree of professionalism and clinical competence.
- Participate in the HCA on-call rota, utilising knowledge and experience to assist the registered practitioner in the safe and effective delivery of care to patients receiving emergency treatment out of hours. 12 hour on call overnight and 24 hour weekend days.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.2. Competently undertake delegated duties in line with patient care plans.3. Ability to use your knowledge and experience to undertake non-routine duties and an understanding totake decisions within your area of responsibility.4. To carry out a range of (limited) clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, bloodpressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate,glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples andwound swabs ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustiveand will vary depending on area of work.5. Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concernsabout patients to other clinical staff.6. Practice safe standards of care to patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able toconcentrate for periods throughout the day with occasional interruptions.7. Provide clinical care in accordance with the infection prevention and health and safety policies andprocedures.8. Maintain the work environment in line with Trust infection control and patient safety policies.9. Utilising skills to actively facilitate self-care and independence with patients.10. Promote health education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies
- For further details please see attached JD&PS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.2. Competently undertake delegated duties in line with patient care plans.3. Ability to use your knowledge and experience to undertake non-routine duties and an understanding totake decisions within your area of responsibility.4. To carry out a range of (limited) clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, bloodpressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate,glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples andwound swabs ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustiveand will vary depending on area of work.5. Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concernsabout patients to other clinical staff.6. Practice safe standards of care to patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able toconcentrate for periods throughout the day with occasional interruptions.7. Provide clinical care in accordance with the infection prevention and health and safety policies andprocedures.8. Maintain the work environment in line with Trust infection control and patient safety policies.9. Utilising skills to actively facilitate self-care and independence with patients.10. Promote health education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies
- For further details please see attached JD&PS.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- oBe able to work as a member of a team
Qualifications
Essential
- oOne of the following o Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma o Demonstrable experience equivalent to the above qualifications
- oEquivalent demonstrable experience
- oLevel 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent
- oCompletion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)
Aprirude & Abilities
Essential
- oEffective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- oAble to complete appropriate documentation accurately
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- oBe able to work as a member of a team
Qualifications
Essential
- oOne of the following o Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma o Demonstrable experience equivalent to the above qualifications
- oEquivalent demonstrable experience
- oLevel 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent
- oCompletion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)
Aprirude & Abilities
Essential
- oEffective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- oAble to complete appropriate documentation accurately
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).
