Main area Theatre Department Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours
Full time
Part time
37.5 hours per week (and part time posts available) Job ref 223-ODP-063
Employer:
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Employer type:
NHS Site:
The Princess Royal Hospital Town:
Telford Salary:
£23,615 per annum/ pro rata Salary period:
Yearly Closing:
11/02/2025 23:59 Operating Department Orderly
NHS AfC: Band 2
Job overview
We are currently looking to recruit dynamic, enthusiastic, motivated and forward-thinking individuals to join our team within the Theatre Department at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford. The Operating Department Orderly role is a vital part of ensuring the maintenance of the day-to-day efficiency of the Theatre Department. Main duties of the job
The duties are predominantly that of escorting patients to and from the Theatre Department and wards in a timely manner. As such, you will be expected to have a caring and friendly personality as often you will be the first representative of the theatre team to meet the patient. There are many other general duties required within the department. An ability to work and communicate with all other members of the ward and theatre teams is essential. As some unsociable hours will be rostered, the ability to be flexible will be expected; weekends and evening shifts may be included. Working for our organisation
You will be joining a friendly, supportive, patient-focused, and innovative team where you will be fully supported. A full in-house Theatres induction package will be mandatory. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document untitled Candidate Job Pack. Person specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Previous experience of working within the NHS Previous experience of working within a theatre department environment Qualities
Flexible approach to working hours and practices Ability to work in an environment with blood and other body fluids acting in an appropriate and supportive manner Physical Skills
Ability to treat all information confidentially Ability to work within a team and take instruction Ability to work under pressure Ability to manual handle people and equipment We commit to removing barriers for people with disabilities or long-term health conditions in recruitment, training, and career progression. We will offer an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the above position and will support reasonable adjustments wherever possible. In addition, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are male, from black and minority ethnic backgrounds or who have a disability, as these are currently under-represented in our workforce. We are committed to offering an interview to applicants from the Armed Forces community who meet the minimum criteria for the position. In addition, for those who are successfully appointed from the Armed Forces community, the Trust is committed to recognising previous service and rank in terms of pay, annual leave, and other terms and conditions. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. The policies and practices of the Trust aim to promote an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of all people. At the heart of our policy, we seek to treat people fairly, flexibly, and with dignity and respect. We are committed to making the Trust a great place to work, where all staff can reach their full potential and bring their whole self to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity, and equality and welcome and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or sexual orientation. Thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, we look forward to receiving your application for employment. Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Application numbers
In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised. Name:
Lee Merrick-Davis Job title:
Theatre Manager Email address:
lee.merrick1@nhs.net Telephone number:
01952 641222 If you have problems applying, contact
Address:
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Shrewsbury Business Park 1 Douglas Court Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6LG Telephone:
01743 492402
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Employer type:
NHS Site:
The Princess Royal Hospital Town:
Telford Salary:
£23,615 per annum/ pro rata Salary period:
Yearly Closing:
11/02/2025 23:59 Operating Department Orderly
NHS AfC: Band 2
Job overview
We are currently looking to recruit dynamic, enthusiastic, motivated and forward-thinking individuals to join our team within the Theatre Department at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford. The Operating Department Orderly role is a vital part of ensuring the maintenance of the day-to-day efficiency of the Theatre Department. Main duties of the job
The duties are predominantly that of escorting patients to and from the Theatre Department and wards in a timely manner. As such, you will be expected to have a caring and friendly personality as often you will be the first representative of the theatre team to meet the patient. There are many other general duties required within the department. An ability to work and communicate with all other members of the ward and theatre teams is essential. As some unsociable hours will be rostered, the ability to be flexible will be expected; weekends and evening shifts may be included. Working for our organisation
You will be joining a friendly, supportive, patient-focused, and innovative team where you will be fully supported. A full in-house Theatres induction package will be mandatory. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document untitled Candidate Job Pack. Person specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Previous experience of working within the NHS Previous experience of working within a theatre department environment Qualities
Flexible approach to working hours and practices Ability to work in an environment with blood and other body fluids acting in an appropriate and supportive manner Physical Skills
Ability to treat all information confidentially Ability to work within a team and take instruction Ability to work under pressure Ability to manual handle people and equipment We commit to removing barriers for people with disabilities or long-term health conditions in recruitment, training, and career progression. We will offer an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the above position and will support reasonable adjustments wherever possible. In addition, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are male, from black and minority ethnic backgrounds or who have a disability, as these are currently under-represented in our workforce. We are committed to offering an interview to applicants from the Armed Forces community who meet the minimum criteria for the position. In addition, for those who are successfully appointed from the Armed Forces community, the Trust is committed to recognising previous service and rank in terms of pay, annual leave, and other terms and conditions. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. The policies and practices of the Trust aim to promote an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of all people. At the heart of our policy, we seek to treat people fairly, flexibly, and with dignity and respect. We are committed to making the Trust a great place to work, where all staff can reach their full potential and bring their whole self to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity, and equality and welcome and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or sexual orientation. Thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, we look forward to receiving your application for employment. Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Application numbers
In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised. Name:
Lee Merrick-Davis Job title:
Theatre Manager Email address:
lee.merrick1@nhs.net Telephone number:
01952 641222 If you have problems applying, contact
Address:
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Shrewsbury Business Park 1 Douglas Court Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6LG Telephone:
01743 492402
#J-18808-Ljbffr
