Senior ODP/ Senior Theatre Practitioner

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

The closing date is 04 December 2024

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for applicants from enthusiastic individuals to work within our busy theatre complex as a Senior Operating Department Practitioner / Registered Nurse. We are looking for a professional and motivated person to support the smooth running of the Theatre Department.

Main duties of the job

Senior Theatre Practitioners will need to take responsibility for the smooth running of the operating list / recovery room supporting the team in their area of expertise. They will be required to communicate using a range of methods, ensuring that all relevant information about patients is communicated to the wider team to ensure the safe and effective delivery of care to patients.

About us

Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France. Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features help to attract leading health care practitioners to work in our facilities. Ramsay Health Care UK is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, with a network of 33 acute hospitals. These provide a wide and comprehensive range of specialised and efficient clinical specialties from orthopaedics and general surgery, to cardiac surgery and Eye Surgery. Recognised by all major medical insurers, Ramsay offers fast, convenient, effective and high quality treatment for all patients, whether medically insured, self-pay, or from the increasing number referred by the NHS. Ramsay Health Care has launched a unique service for private patients, Premium Care. This is available to all patients using private medical insurance or funding their own treatment and aims to set the standard for private healthcare. It offers the highest standards of clinical care combined with superior hotel services and the flexibility of a personal service tailored to your needs.

Date posted

06 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR11741

Job locations

Oxford Rd, Banbury OX16 9FG

Banbury

OX16 9FG

Job description

Job responsibilities

Senior Theatre Practitioner: Scrub / Anaesthetics / Recovery The Cherwell Hospital, Banbury Full-Time, 37.5 Hours The Role: We have an exciting opportunity for applicants from enthusiastic individuals to work within our busy theatre complex as a Senior Operating Department Practitioner / Registered Nurse. We are looking for a professional and motivated person to support the smooth running of the Theatre Department. You will be expected to deliver high standards of perioperative care and have the ability to support and develop your own skills and facilitate / support and develop the team to provide excellent patient care within the department. We require applicants to have excellent scrub experience within elective orthopaedic and or ophthalmology or experience within anaesthetics and recovery. Senior Theatre Practitioners will need to take responsibility for the smooth running of the operating list / recovery room supporting the team in their area of expertise. They will be required to communicate using a range of methods, ensuring that all relevant information about patients is communicated to the wider team to ensure the safe and effective delivery of care to patients. Whether you're with the NHS or in a private setting, this is an opportunity to work autonomously, make full use of your skills and knowledge and add value. You'll be able to grow your career and be free of the constraints that prevent you from achieving job satisfaction in your current role. Where you'll be based: The Cherwell Hospital was purpose built in 2006 and has been designed to combine an exceptional standard of patient accommodation with the technical equipment and facilities that modern medicine demands. It is a 40-bed inpatient unit and day-case facility predominantly specialising in Orthopaedic and Ophthalmology Surgery. The theatre suite has 3 laminar air flow theatres and a purpose built ophthalmology suite facilitating cataract and glaucoma surgery. The Cherwell Hospital is part of the Ramsay Health Care group and provides clinical care to private, insured and NHS patients. What you'll bring with you:

Professional NMC/HCPC registration

Extensive experience in elective orthopaedic and / or Ophthalmology as a scrub practitioner and / or anaesthetics and recovery.

Proven ability to lead a team.

Proven ability to problem solve.

Proven ability to work effectively under pressure.

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently

Able to influence other team members.

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.

Demonstrate excellent communication skills when dealing with difficult situations

Demonstrable evidence of Teaching and Assessing in the last twelve month period.

Assist the senior team with the management of the theatre or area, including the supervision of junior staff

Supervise the professional work of junior members of the theatre team

Exercise professional accountability and recognized the implications of decisions taken

Reflect on clinical practice in order to evaluate and maintain high standards of patient care

Surgical First Assist Qualification (SFA) would be desirable, but not essential

Flexible and positive attitude

A warm, considerate and empathetic character

Benefits:

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options

Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period

Flexible shift patterns available where possible

Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies

Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants

Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary

Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy

Subsidised staff restaurant

Concerts for Carers

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords

The Blue Light Card Scheme

About us We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated 'Good' by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS. We're part of a global hospital group with over 50 years' experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth. To apply Please contact Nadine Hopson via for an informal chat, or to ask any questions you may have before you apply. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.