Spire Healthcare Ltd

Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner

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Job summary

Spire Alexandra in Chatham is looking for a highly motivated Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join our high performing theatre team.

Main duties of the job

Assist in scrubbing for Consultant led surgeries that vary in complexity and specialism, such as orthopaedics, cosmetics, gynae and ENT to name a few. You will assess patient's health and well-being across a complex and changing caseload. Develop care plans that are appropriate to the patient, taking into consideration the care pathway, peri-operative risks and their well-being.

About us

Welcome to Spire Healthcare Careers - Here at Spire Healthcare, caring is our passion. We have been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 25 years. Everything we do works towards one vision; to provide the best care possible. We're committed to looking after people, both patients and staff. Join us, and you'll receive a warm welcome. Who are we? - A profitable, successful business led by an experienced and stable senior management team, we provide the highest quality of care through the latest medical technology, new facilities, and a focus on inspiring leadership and employee development.

Details

Date posted

13 September 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£24,150 to £41,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

14499

Job locations

Impton Lane

Chatham

ME5 9PG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner | The Alexandra Hospital | Chatham | Permanent | Full time | Spire Alexandra in Chatham is looking for a highly motivated Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join our high performing theatre team. Spire Alexandra Hospital offers world-class care and is part of one of the UK's most respected private hospital groups. With a full multidisciplinary medical team, we're specialists in a wide range of treatments. You can get fast access to expert healthcare, from consultations and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare. Duties and responsibilities: Working as part of this friendly and supportive team you can expect to assist patients undergoing a variety of elective ophthalmic procedures.

  • You will be required to support the senior staff ensuring high standards of effective care are delivered to all patients within the Theatre suite, whilst maintaining communication within the team
  • You will also need to prepare an operating theatre for surgery in relation to instrumentation, equipment and supplies required for specific operative procedures, ensuring waste is kept to a minimum
  • You will be required to perform Orthopaedic scrub duties
    • Who we're looking for:
  • Operating Department Practitioner with Orthopaedic scrub experience (training will be provided)
  • Experience of working in teams and with minimum supervision
  • ODP or RN qualification
  • HCPC or NMC registration
    • Working Hours: 37.50 - generally 3 or 4 long days over the week. 08:00 to 20:00 including alternate Sat shift Contract Type: Permanent Benefits We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
    • Our Values We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
  • Driving clinical excellence
  • Doing the right thing
  • Caring is our passion
  • Keeping it simple
  • Delivering on our promises
  • Succeeding and celebrating together
    • Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner | The Alexandra Hospital | Chatham | Permanent | Full time | Spire Alexandra in Chatham is looking for a highly motivated Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join our high performing theatre team. Spire Alexandra Hospital offers world-class care and is part of one of the UK's most respected private hospital groups. With a full multidisciplinary medical team, we're specialists in a wide range of treatments. You can get fast access to expert healthcare, from consultations and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare. Duties and responsibilities: Working as part of this friendly and supportive team you can expect to assist patients undergoing a variety of elective ophthalmic procedures.

  • You will be required to support the senior staff ensuring high standards of effective care are delivered to all patients within the Theatre suite, whilst maintaining communication within the team
  • You will also need to prepare an operating theatre for surgery in relation to instrumentation, equipment and supplies required for specific operative procedures, ensuring waste is kept to a minimum
  • You will be required to perform Orthopaedic scrub duties
    • Who we're looking for:
  • Operating Department Practitioner with Orthopaedic scrub experience (training will be provided)
  • Experience of working in teams and with minimum supervision
  • ODP or RN qualification
  • HCPC or NMC registration
    • Working Hours: 37.50 - generally 3 or 4 long days over the week. 08:00 to 20:00 including alternate Sat shift Contract Type: Permanent Benefits We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
    • Our Values We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
  • Driving clinical excellence
  • Doing the right thing
  • Caring is our passion
  • Keeping it simple
  • Delivering on our promises
  • Succeeding and celebrating together
    • Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Desirable

    • Qualified ODP/Scrub Nurse.
    • NMC or HCPC registered with no restrictions on your pin.
    • Orthopaedic experience would be highly desirable.
    • At least 2 years scrub experience.
    • Have been employed in a surgical/Theatre setting.
    • You will be highly motivated and used to working in challenging but rewarding environment.

    Experience

    Desirable

    • Qualified ODP/Scrub Nurse.
    • NMC or HCPC registered with no restrictions on your pin.
    • Orthopaedic experience would be highly desirable.
    • At least 2 years scrub experience.
    • Have been employed in a surgical/Theatre setting.
    • You will be highly motivated and used to working in challenging but rewarding environment.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Desirable

    • Qualified ODP/Scrub Nurse.
    • NMC or HCPC registered with no restrictions on your pin.
    • Orthopaedic experience would be highly desirable.
    • At least 2 years scrub experience.
    • Have been employed in a surgical/Theatre setting.
    • You will be highly motivated and used to working in challenging but rewarding environment.

    Experience

    Desirable

    • Qualified ODP/Scrub Nurse.
    • NMC or HCPC registered with no restrictions on your pin.
    • Orthopaedic experience would be highly desirable.
    • At least 2 years scrub experience.
    • Have been employed in a surgical/Theatre setting.
    • You will be highly motivated and used to working in challenging but rewarding environment.

    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.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    Impton Lane

    Chatham

    ME5 9PG


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    Impton Lane

    Chatham

    ME5 9PG


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Senior Resourcing Partner

    Tim Lincoln-Shaw

    Tim.Lincoln-shaw@spirehealthcare.com

    Details

    Date posted

    13 September 2023

    Pay scheme

    Agenda for change

    Band

    Band 5

    Salary

    £24,150 to £41,000 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    14499

    Job locations

    Impton Lane

    Chatham

    ME5 9PG


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