Job summary
We are actively recruiting to vacancies across the Trust. We
would like to encourage applicants to apply via NHS Jobs.
We are extremely grateful to all new applicants and our
current staff who have made enquiries and referrals to our bank and recruitment
team. Thank you for supporting the NHS, your Trust and community during this
challenging time.
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust invite
applications for the position of Theatre Anaesthetics/Recovery Team Leader for
our Durham Hospital site.
The pandemic has demonstrated the value of our greatest
asset our employees. The dedication and support that our workforce have
provided has been second to none and here at CDDFT we are extremely proud of
them.
We care for our colleagues, and as a modern day employer in
the NHS we realise that prospective employees can choose where they wish to
work. That is why in our opinion, the health and wellbeing support we offer our
staff is second to none.
Main duties of the job
Our operating Theatres are based on 4 hospital sites, 2 of
those sites provide acute services for multiple specialities. Our modern
theatre environments have been recently refurbished and extended in order to
provide integrated laparoscopic theatres at Darlington and Durham and increased
laminar flow capacity to support a Centre of Excellence for Arthroplasty at
Bishop Auckland.
The Theatre team work in partnership with the Day Surgery
Units and the ward areas to ensure a positive experience for the patients
within our care. The team are proud of the collaboration with all members of
the multidisciplinary team, and continually take the opportunity to improve and
develop within the perioperative environment. There is currently a focus on
efficiency, safety and quality to deliver an outstanding service to meet the
needs of our patient population.
Our Theatre team are friendly and supportive,
encouraging professional development to enhance skills and professional
competence. The departmental Practice Development team, in coordination with
the Theatre Management team, support the staff members to identify areas for
career progression.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
To
be eligible for Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship you will usually need
to be paid at least £25,600 per year
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
At County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust our aim is to always deliver excellent care with compassion to deliver the highest quality of care our patients deserve. We value the personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to the Trust; creating an inclusive working environment to attract talented people who feel motivated, involved and able to influence the future direction of our services.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prioritise
daily activities to respond to changing circumstances, providing a seamless
service to users.
Develop
work plans and allocate work, consistent with departmental objectives, ensuring
these are realistic and achievable, taking into account multidisciplinary team
members abilities and developmental needs.
Contribute
to recruitment and retention using agreed methods and protocols for staffing
and skill mix
Objectively
assess the work of multidisciplinary team members, providing clear constructive
feedback in a manner most likely to improve/maintain performance.
Contribute
to the ongoing audit cycle to identify issues which arise during the
perioperative phase. Participate in effective implementation of measures to
combat these issues.
Participate
in direct care needs of the patient, providing expert knowledge of clinical
specialities and act as a role model
Monitor
the standards of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient
care.
Be
proactive with audit and monitoring of documentation to ensure that it is
produced in accordance with Trust policy and also NMC/HCPC guidelines.
Monitor
clinical practice ensuring that all procedures and techniques are carried out
in accordance with local competencies and agreed policies and standards
Act as
the patients advocate in all matters relating to his/her care, treatment and
welfare
Ensure
that departmental/environmental standards are maintained in accordance with
Trust policy and Infection Control standards
Promote
and support the implementation of best practice through evidence based
approach, participating in audit and challenging historical practices &
unprofessional cultures.
Assist
with performance reviews of all members of the team, facilitate and monitor
performance in line with local competencies and Trust policies.
Work in
collaboration with the Practice Development Team to develop clinical protocols
to facilitate practice development.
Assist in
the development of Clinical Quality Standards, co-ordinate implementation and
audit outcomes with a systematic approach to service users
It is the
responsibility of the individual to work in compliance with the Trust
Decontamination Policy and to undertake relevant decontamination training.
Ensure
that organizational policies are adhered to in respect of sickness absence
& performance management.
Prioritise
own workload in a manner that promotes job satisfaction & quality service
delivery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prioritise
daily activities to respond to changing circumstances, providing a seamless
service to users.
Develop
work plans and allocate work, consistent with departmental objectives, ensuring
these are realistic and achievable, taking into account multidisciplinary team
members abilities and developmental needs.
Contribute
to recruitment and retention using agreed methods and protocols for staffing
and skill mix
Objectively
assess the work of multidisciplinary team members, providing clear constructive
feedback in a manner most likely to improve/maintain performance.
Contribute
to the ongoing audit cycle to identify issues which arise during the
perioperative phase. Participate in effective implementation of measures to
combat these issues.
Participate
in direct care needs of the patient, providing expert knowledge of clinical
specialities and act as a role model
Monitor
the standards of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient
care.
Be
proactive with audit and monitoring of documentation to ensure that it is
produced in accordance with Trust policy and also NMC/HCPC guidelines.
Monitor
clinical practice ensuring that all procedures and techniques are carried out
in accordance with local competencies and agreed policies and standards
Act as
the patients advocate in all matters relating to his/her care, treatment and
welfare
Ensure
that departmental/environmental standards are maintained in accordance with
Trust policy and Infection Control standards
Promote
and support the implementation of best practice through evidence based
approach, participating in audit and challenging historical practices &
unprofessional cultures.
Assist
with performance reviews of all members of the team, facilitate and monitor
performance in line with local competencies and Trust policies.
Work in
collaboration with the Practice Development Team to develop clinical protocols
to facilitate practice development.
Assist in
the development of Clinical Quality Standards, co-ordinate implementation and
audit outcomes with a systematic approach to service users
It is the
responsibility of the individual to work in compliance with the Trust
Decontamination Policy and to undertake relevant decontamination training.
Ensure
that organizational policies are adhered to in respect of sickness absence
& performance management.
Prioritise
own workload in a manner that promotes job satisfaction & quality service
delivery.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Leadership qualification
- Appraisal training
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- High level of experience practicing as a senior in your current band
Desirable
- Evidence of high level experiences in the theatre setting
Special Requirements
Essential
- The ability and experience to lead a team in the thetare setting
Desirable
- Evidence of a high standard of experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience leading a team
Desirable
- Experience taking the lead role as a band 5
Statutory Registration
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Leadership qualification
- Appraisal training
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- High level of experience practicing as a senior in your current band
Desirable
- Evidence of high level experiences in the theatre setting
Special Requirements
Essential
- The ability and experience to lead a team in the thetare setting
Desirable
- Evidence of a high standard of experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience leading a team
Desirable
- Experience taking the lead role as a band 5
Statutory Registration
Essential
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
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).
