Operating Department Practitioner - Day Surgery Unit
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Are you newly qualified and looking for a role that offers a vast and ever-changing environment? Are you experienced and looking for a new challenge? If this is you, then please consider the role of Operating Department Practitioner within the Day Surgery Unit. We are expanding our existing staffing and looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to join our friendly and professional team. The department manages elective day case surgery for adults and paediatrics. The function of the department is to provide a high-quality patient-focused service for patients under regional blocks, general and local anaesthesia. The specialties cover General Surgery, Gynaecology, Urology, ENT, Oral/Max-Fax, Dermatology/Plastics, Ophthalmology, Hand trauma, and Orthopaedics. Main Duties of the Job
The post holder will be responsible for the daily management and delivery of safe, individual patient care within a professional multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will be flexible, multi-skilled, and continue to gain further knowledge and skills to practice competently in elective surgery. They will provide ongoing education, appropriate training opportunities, and mentorship duties. The post holder will work with the team to facilitate new developments and positive change in the clinical environment, based on current evidence and research. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, professional, and works well individually and within a team. About Us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds, and parts of the North East. At HDFT, we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff, and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork, and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you! We offer colleagues: A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards. Employee Support and Wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service, and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. Please note: Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications. Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles. Job Responsibilities
Work effectively and efficiently as a qualified member of the Day Surgery team to provide safe, high-quality holistic care for patients throughout their journey from admission to discharge home. Have knowledge of processes and equipment in the specific area of work and specialized information on procedures in the specific areas. Provide services to ensure that the needs of patients and their families are met. Assess, plan, and implement care for each individual patient within your area of work, adhering to HDFT local and national policies and guidelines. For more information please see the job description attached. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact William Griffiths at william.griffiths14@nhs.net or 01423 553637. Person Specification
Qualifications
Operating Department Practitioner with HCPC registration. Degree/Diploma or equivalent clinical experience. Experience
Experience working in the Anaesthetic role. Multi-skilled Practitioner in Anaesthetics/PACU/Scrub. Previous experience in Day Surgery. 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. Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Speciality Lead - Day Surgery Unit Theatres £29,970 to £36,483 per annum (pro rata)
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Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Are you newly qualified and looking for a role that offers a vast and ever-changing environment? Are you experienced and looking for a new challenge? If this is you, then please consider the role of Operating Department Practitioner within the Day Surgery Unit. We are expanding our existing staffing and looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to join our friendly and professional team. The department manages elective day case surgery for adults and paediatrics. The function of the department is to provide a high-quality patient-focused service for patients under regional blocks, general and local anaesthesia. The specialties cover General Surgery, Gynaecology, Urology, ENT, Oral/Max-Fax, Dermatology/Plastics, Ophthalmology, Hand trauma, and Orthopaedics. Main Duties of the Job
The post holder will be responsible for the daily management and delivery of safe, individual patient care within a professional multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will be flexible, multi-skilled, and continue to gain further knowledge and skills to practice competently in elective surgery. They will provide ongoing education, appropriate training opportunities, and mentorship duties. The post holder will work with the team to facilitate new developments and positive change in the clinical environment, based on current evidence and research. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, professional, and works well individually and within a team. About Us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds, and parts of the North East. At HDFT, we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff, and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork, and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you! We offer colleagues: A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards. Employee Support and Wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service, and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. Please note: Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications. Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles. Job Responsibilities
Work effectively and efficiently as a qualified member of the Day Surgery team to provide safe, high-quality holistic care for patients throughout their journey from admission to discharge home. Have knowledge of processes and equipment in the specific area of work and specialized information on procedures in the specific areas. Provide services to ensure that the needs of patients and their families are met. Assess, plan, and implement care for each individual patient within your area of work, adhering to HDFT local and national policies and guidelines. For more information please see the job description attached. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact William Griffiths at william.griffiths14@nhs.net or 01423 553637. Person Specification
Qualifications
Operating Department Practitioner with HCPC registration. Degree/Diploma or equivalent clinical experience. Experience
Experience working in the Anaesthetic role. Multi-skilled Practitioner in Anaesthetics/PACU/Scrub. Previous experience in Day Surgery. 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. Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Speciality Lead - Day Surgery Unit Theatres £29,970 to £36,483 per annum (pro rata)
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