Theatre Practitioner - Hey Groves Theatres
Band 5
Main area: Theatres Grade Band 5 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Part time considered - 24/7 shift pattern) Job ref: 387-S-6309-GB-B Site: Bristol Royal Infirmary Town: Bristol Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 pa Salary period: Yearly Closing: 04/02/2025 23:59 As an organisation, we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust. University Hospital Bristol and Weston are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals with a flexible approach to be part of our General Theatres, Bristol Royal Infirmary. We are currently looking for new enthusiastic team members to work alongside our multi-disciplinary team as a Band 5 working up to 37.5 hours a week, with Anaesthetic and scrub skills. Hey Groves Theatres has 6 theatres with a range of specialities including Limb reconstruction, Thoracic, Trauma Orthopaedics, max fax, Upper GI, Lower GI, Gynae, HPB and a designated CEPOD list. The working pattern you would be expected to fulfil within your working hours up to 37.5 will include a range of shifts as well as nights and weekends. Ideally, the applicant will have skills or knowledge in all areas of theatres including scrub and anaesthetics, with a focus on anaesthetics. Eagerness to learn is essential, along with flexibility and a team working approach. Main duties of the job
In partnership with other professionals and disciplines, develop measurable patient care plans/goals. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to timely transfer or discharge. Take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients on the ward/department prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24-hour period. Work towards regularly taking charge of the ward/department on occasion prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24-hour period. Delegate tasks and activities to a range of team members in relation to patient care (for example when taking charge or as link nurse). Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with the Trust standard. To demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others. Promote and maintain a safe environment for patients. Administer medicines in accordance with Trust policy. Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infection. Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate. Working for our organisation
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Person specification
Qualifications
Registered Nurse level 8 or C or C+G 752/ NVQ level 3 Operating Department Practitioner/ Dip HE in Operating Room Practice. Training qualification or equivalent experience. Knowledge and Experience
Experience of caring for sick children in a variety of setting – this could be as a student. Experience of working in the perioperative environment. Experience of taking charge of an individual theatre. Skills and Abilities
Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to solve problems and use initiative. Ability to develop own clinical skills and a willingness to participate in continuing professional development. Competency in medication administration including IV drug administration or willingness to undergo training. Basic IT skills (e.g. Microsoft packages). Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient. Interpersonal skills. Calm and Supportive. Motivated and Professional. Willingness to develop teaching skills. Able to prioritise and meet deadlines. Able to manage difficult situations. Awareness of audit & research. Self-motivated. A team player. Recognition of own limits. Flexible working practices to support the service. Resilient with an awareness that the role can be stressful and emotional at times. We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
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Band 5
Main area: Theatres Grade Band 5 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Part time considered - 24/7 shift pattern) Job ref: 387-S-6309-GB-B Site: Bristol Royal Infirmary Town: Bristol Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 pa Salary period: Yearly Closing: 04/02/2025 23:59 As an organisation, we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust. University Hospital Bristol and Weston are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals with a flexible approach to be part of our General Theatres, Bristol Royal Infirmary. We are currently looking for new enthusiastic team members to work alongside our multi-disciplinary team as a Band 5 working up to 37.5 hours a week, with Anaesthetic and scrub skills. Hey Groves Theatres has 6 theatres with a range of specialities including Limb reconstruction, Thoracic, Trauma Orthopaedics, max fax, Upper GI, Lower GI, Gynae, HPB and a designated CEPOD list. The working pattern you would be expected to fulfil within your working hours up to 37.5 will include a range of shifts as well as nights and weekends. Ideally, the applicant will have skills or knowledge in all areas of theatres including scrub and anaesthetics, with a focus on anaesthetics. Eagerness to learn is essential, along with flexibility and a team working approach. Main duties of the job
In partnership with other professionals and disciplines, develop measurable patient care plans/goals. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to timely transfer or discharge. Take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients on the ward/department prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24-hour period. Work towards regularly taking charge of the ward/department on occasion prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24-hour period. Delegate tasks and activities to a range of team members in relation to patient care (for example when taking charge or as link nurse). Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with the Trust standard. To demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others. Promote and maintain a safe environment for patients. Administer medicines in accordance with Trust policy. Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infection. Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate. Working for our organisation
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Person specification
Qualifications
Registered Nurse level 8 or C or C+G 752/ NVQ level 3 Operating Department Practitioner/ Dip HE in Operating Room Practice. Training qualification or equivalent experience. Knowledge and Experience
Experience of caring for sick children in a variety of setting – this could be as a student. Experience of working in the perioperative environment. Experience of taking charge of an individual theatre. Skills and Abilities
Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to solve problems and use initiative. Ability to develop own clinical skills and a willingness to participate in continuing professional development. Competency in medication administration including IV drug administration or willingness to undergo training. Basic IT skills (e.g. Microsoft packages). Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient. Interpersonal skills. Calm and Supportive. Motivated and Professional. Willingness to develop teaching skills. Able to prioritise and meet deadlines. Able to manage difficult situations. Awareness of audit & research. Self-motivated. A team player. Recognition of own limits. Flexible working practices to support the service. Resilient with an awareness that the role can be stressful and emotional at times. We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
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