Job summary
Do you have the skills and motivation to join our dynamic team?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HCPC/NMC registered Operating Department Practitioner or R/N with required Anaesthetic qualification and an interest in orthopaedics to join our Anaesthetic Theatre team providing skilled anaesthetic support to BCUHB 'Central' theatres.
This post will be predominantly based in the newly built Orthopaedic Hub Theatres in Llandudno Hospital and may involve some shifts in YGC and Abergele Theatres.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide skilled anaesthetic assistance and is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based patient care. Clinical expertise is utilised during all phases of the peri-operative period, these skills may also be employed in other satellite areas
The successful candidate will work collaboratively and co-operatively with members of the multi-disciplinary.
All practitioners are encouraged to participate in the training and development of other staff members and students.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Experience
Essential
- HCPC / NMC Registration
- Previous experience of working in theatres covering a wide variety of surgical specialities including Orthopaedics
- Diploma He or BSc (Hons) in Operating Department Practice (UK)
Desirable
- Teaching / Mentoring Qualification
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Skills
Essential
- Can demonstrate and evidence high quality patient care
Desirable
Values
Essential
- Put patients first
- Respectful of others
- Act with understanding of other peoples difficulties
Attitude & abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skillls
- Motivated
- Able to consistently demonstrate high quality patient care
Other
Essential
- Able to participate in out of hours shifts eg, weekends/ nights/on call
Person Specification
Qualifications/Experience
Essential
- HCPC / NMC Registration
- Previous experience of working in theatres covering a wide variety of surgical specialities including Orthopaedics
- Diploma He or BSc (Hons) in Operating Department Practice (UK)
Desirable
- Teaching / Mentoring Qualification
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Skills
Essential
- Can demonstrate and evidence high quality patient care
Desirable
Values
Essential
- Put patients first
- Respectful of others
- Act with understanding of other peoples difficulties
Attitude & abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skillls
- Motivated
- Able to consistently demonstrate high quality patient care
Other
Essential
- Able to participate in out of hours shifts eg, weekends/ nights/on call
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).
