Job summary
The main purpose of this established clinical role is to assist the Consultant Surgeons who carry out Robotic Surgical Lists in the operating theatre as the robotic surgical assistant. The SCP will act as the patient side first surgical assistant in all robotic procedures.
In addition, as appropriate depending on speciality, training status and experience, they will undertake duties beyond that of scrub practitioner; including contributing to the pre-operative setting (Pre-assessment clinic), input into early post-operative inpatient care particularly with regards to Enhanced Recovery Pathways and in the outpatient clinic following discharge.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will, as appropriate depending on speciality, training status and experience, have opportunities to be involved with specialist clinics acting autonomously within agreed boundaries in keeping with recognised competencies acquired during continuing professional development. They will always act within their scope of practice, at a predetermined level of supervision and follow agreed guidelines and protocols. Robotic assistants will have individual Nurse Mentors and Surgeon Mentors who would support them in their clinical roles and duties.
In partnership with members of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will develop, implement and evaluate a seamless robotic surgical service, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of clinical care. Being part of this specialist team, the SCP must develop towards demonstrating a high level of expertise within the specialist service, providing specialist advice, education, clinical care and support to health care professionals and patients.
The post holder will, through their development to and / or experience as qualified SCP, contribute to the ongoing development of clinical practice, research and standards of care within the service in collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues; always ensuring the safety and wellbeing of service users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you Develop, Belong and Thrive, Here.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in theatres.
- Experience of Robotic Surgery within theatres.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Previous experience of nursing student supervision and clinical education at undergraduate level.
Desirable
- Experience as a surgical first assistant in Robotic Surgery.
- Evidence of research or audit experience.
- Experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialist area.
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- RN1 or RN12 Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC)
- Mentorship Course or Equivalent or Equivalent Experience
- BSc/1st Degree or equivalent.
- Surgical practitioner course or equivalent (for Qualified SCP).
Desirable
- Be able to perform independent procedures as per surgical speciality.
- Surgical First Assistant (SFA) qualification.
- Masters Degree, or equivalent experience
- Non-Medical Prescribing course or willingness and ability to commit to the training.
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and team working skills.
- Creative / lateral thinker
- Able to use skills of history taking and physical assessment to direct patient care
- Proven listening / counselling skills
- Experience in patient advocacy
- Competencies as defined by the RCS Surgical Care Team Guidance Framework' and 'Curriculum Framework for the Surgical Care Practitioner (RSC, 2014).
- Flexibility and adaptability to new ways of working and the acquisition of additional skills.
- Advanced clinical, Managerial and leadership skills in specialty.
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Experience of audit, research and evidence based care
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in theatres.
- Experience of Robotic Surgery within theatres.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Previous experience of nursing student supervision and clinical education at undergraduate level.
Desirable
- Experience as a surgical first assistant in Robotic Surgery.
- Evidence of research or audit experience.
- Experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialist area.
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- RN1 or RN12 Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC)
- Mentorship Course or Equivalent or Equivalent Experience
- BSc/1st Degree or equivalent.
- Surgical practitioner course or equivalent (for Qualified SCP).
Desirable
- Be able to perform independent procedures as per surgical speciality.
- Surgical First Assistant (SFA) qualification.
- Masters Degree, or equivalent experience
- Non-Medical Prescribing course or willingness and ability to commit to the training.
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and team working skills.
- Creative / lateral thinker
- Able to use skills of history taking and physical assessment to direct patient care
- Proven listening / counselling skills
- Experience in patient advocacy
- Competencies as defined by the RCS Surgical Care Team Guidance Framework' and 'Curriculum Framework for the Surgical Care Practitioner (RSC, 2014).
- Flexibility and adaptability to new ways of working and the acquisition of additional skills.
- Advanced clinical, Managerial and leadership skills in specialty.
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Experience of audit, research and evidence based care
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).
