Job summary
We are looking for a fully trained SCP (in the speciality of Trauma and Orthopaedics) who hold an MSc SCP qualification.
The post is advertised as a band 7. However, applicants who do not currently meet the skills and competences for the band 7 role, are encouraged to apply and, if successful, will be appointed under annex 21 rules supported by a development plan for 3 years.
During the first-year payment will be 65% of the top rate of band 7 pay, second year
70% and third year 75% - (subject to criteria within the development plan being met)
Following successful completion and successful attainment of skills and competences for the role the postholder will then be paid at the full band 7 (minimum point on the scale following the usual pay steps).
Continued support and supervision will be provided to develop the practitioner to the band 7 role. This will be an excellent development opportunity for a band 6 looking for career development.
Main duties of the job
This role will require the SCP to working against the 4 pillars of advanced practice:
Clinical - Extensive theatre experience of major orthopaedic procedures. Autonomous Clinical management of orthopaedic patients in the ward area/theatre and out -patient settings.
Education - delivery of education to MDT. Support mentorship to multi professional trainees. Responsible for own development and education needs. Maintain live portfolio of evidence around AP in the context of surgical care practice.
Research - carry out Audit/QI/service evaluation/ research in relation to practice.
Leadership - lead on service change, contribute to key HB strategy development groups.
We are looking for highly motivated and experienced Advanced Surgical Care Practitioner to join our Trauma and Orthopaedic team. The candidate must have completed a MSc in Surgical Care Practice. Candidates who have not completed a MSc will be considered for a training role where Annex 21 would be applied. They will be expected to work autonomously making higher level clinical decisions for patients in theatre, ward based areas, clinic and out- patient settings. The post holder will work within the context of a MDT and will need to demonstrate robust leadership and management skills in the context of the role. Research and the delivery of education to a multi-professional audience will also be an expected part of the role.
We welcome applicants from Nursing, ODP and AHP backgrounds.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We live by our core values:
- We listen, learn and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We all work together as one team
We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
N.B. In addition to this ,the successful candidate will be issued with a Scope of Practice to reflect the Surgical Care Practitioner role.
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
N.B. In addition to this ,the successful candidate will be issued with a Scope of Practice to reflect the Surgical Care Practitioner role.
Person Specification
Criteria
Essential
- MSc Surgical Care Practice
- Significant years experience in Theatre/ Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Leadership/ supervision experience
Desirable
- Working toward MSc Surgical Care Practice
- Significant years Experience in Theatre/ Trauma and Orthopaedics
- In receipt of or working toward Independent Prescribing qualification (if required for role).
- In receipt or working toward Independent Authorisation of Blood Products (desirable if relevant to role)
Criteria
Essential
- MSc Surgical Care Practice
- Significant years of experience at band 6/7 in Theatre/ Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to carry out clinical consultation and/or examination relevant to area of practice.
Desirable
- Ability to make orders for blood products
- Independent prescribing
- Evidence of live portfolio demonstrating the pillars of Advanced practice
Person Specification
Criteria
Essential
- MSc Surgical Care Practice
- Significant years experience in Theatre/ Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Leadership/ supervision experience
Desirable
- Working toward MSc Surgical Care Practice
- Significant years Experience in Theatre/ Trauma and Orthopaedics
- In receipt of or working toward Independent Prescribing qualification (if required for role).
- In receipt or working toward Independent Authorisation of Blood Products (desirable if relevant to role)
Criteria
Essential
- MSc Surgical Care Practice
- Significant years of experience at band 6/7 in Theatre/ Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to carry out clinical consultation and/or examination relevant to area of practice.
Desirable
- Ability to make orders for blood products
- Independent prescribing
- Evidence of live portfolio demonstrating the pillars of Advanced practice
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).
