Main area: Theatre Practitioner Grade Band 5
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Weekend and Night shifts part of working hours)
Job ref: 287-ASUR-200-24
Employer: Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Liverpool University Foundation Hospital Trust (Aintree site)
Town: Liverpool
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 03/02/2025 23:59
Theatre Practitioner
Band 5
Job overview
Aintree Theatres are going through exciting transformational changes to deliver the future of healthcare services across Liverpool. We are seeking a highly motivated, professional Theatre Practitioner to work within a very busy Emergency and Orthopaedic trauma specialty theatre unit. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can develop skills in Orthopaedic trauma, General, MFU, ENT, Vascular, Urology, Plastics Surgeries, and as an Anaesthetic practitioner. You will have the motivation and vision necessary to develop into a key member of the A Theatres team, delivering high standards of perioperative care, working within our team to meet the needs of an ever-changing and fast-evolving theatre department. This is an opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team, where you can develop personally and also support a team of dedicated professionals to deliver patient care that we can all be proud of. Main duties of the job
Develop scrub skills in Orthopaedic trauma, General, MFU, ENT, Vascular, Urology, and Plastics Surgeries. Develop skills as an Anaesthetic Practitioner with responsibility for attending MET and Trauma/Resus calls, as well as assisting in the safe provision of Anaesthesia for a wide variety of surgical procedures. Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring smooth coordination during complex surgeries and trauma cases. Support emergency airway management and advanced vascular procedures in line with centre protocols. Provide out of hours service as part of weekend and night team. Role model through behaviours and practice when carrying out clinical duties. Be flexible in clinical practice with the ability to move between specialties and roles as required. Maintain aseptic techniques and infection control standards at all times. Comply with all policies, guidelines, and protocols, including those related to infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding. Working for our organisation
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Provide compassionate care that meets individual patient needs, particularly in high-pressure and emergency scenarios. Deliver clear and empathetic communication to patients and families, ensuring they feel supported throughout their journey. Act at all times in a manner that upholds the reputation of the Trust and safeguards the well-being and dignity of patients and their relatives. Act always in accordance with the HCPC/NMC Code of Conduct and Guidance documents and maintain active status on HCPC/NMC Register. Take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge. Identify objectives within a PDP that support the delivery of high standards of clinical care. Support junior staff, nursing students, and ODP trainees, fostering an environment of learning and professional development. Comply with all policies, guidelines, and protocols, including those related to infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding. Report and document incidents promptly and accurately in line with clinical governance standards. Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills through continuous professional development (CPD) activities and training. Attend regular in-service training to remain competent in trauma, airway, and vascular specialties. Person specification
Qualifications
RGN/ODP Diploma/ Degree Experience
Range of clinical experience in theatre practice Teaching and assessing / Mentorship Knowledge
Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting Basic knowledge and understanding of professional and NHS issues Skills
Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding and relatives as appropriate Able to maintain accurate patient records Basic IT skills Able to develop knowledge and skills to perform and meet all requirements of role. Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting. Able to work with limited supervision Able to work as a member of a team Please ensure you check the email account (including junk/spam boxes) from which you apply regularly as we will use this to contact you regarding your application. Posts advertised to ‘internal staff’ are open to employees of hospitals within University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and you should confirm your employment within your application form. Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification will be shortlisted for interview.
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Band 5
Job overview
Aintree Theatres are going through exciting transformational changes to deliver the future of healthcare services across Liverpool. We are seeking a highly motivated, professional Theatre Practitioner to work within a very busy Emergency and Orthopaedic trauma specialty theatre unit. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can develop skills in Orthopaedic trauma, General, MFU, ENT, Vascular, Urology, Plastics Surgeries, and as an Anaesthetic practitioner. You will have the motivation and vision necessary to develop into a key member of the A Theatres team, delivering high standards of perioperative care, working within our team to meet the needs of an ever-changing and fast-evolving theatre department. This is an opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team, where you can develop personally and also support a team of dedicated professionals to deliver patient care that we can all be proud of. Main duties of the job
Develop scrub skills in Orthopaedic trauma, General, MFU, ENT, Vascular, Urology, and Plastics Surgeries. Develop skills as an Anaesthetic Practitioner with responsibility for attending MET and Trauma/Resus calls, as well as assisting in the safe provision of Anaesthesia for a wide variety of surgical procedures. Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring smooth coordination during complex surgeries and trauma cases. Support emergency airway management and advanced vascular procedures in line with centre protocols. Provide out of hours service as part of weekend and night team. Role model through behaviours and practice when carrying out clinical duties. Be flexible in clinical practice with the ability to move between specialties and roles as required. Maintain aseptic techniques and infection control standards at all times. Comply with all policies, guidelines, and protocols, including those related to infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding. Working for our organisation
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Provide compassionate care that meets individual patient needs, particularly in high-pressure and emergency scenarios. Deliver clear and empathetic communication to patients and families, ensuring they feel supported throughout their journey. Act at all times in a manner that upholds the reputation of the Trust and safeguards the well-being and dignity of patients and their relatives. Act always in accordance with the HCPC/NMC Code of Conduct and Guidance documents and maintain active status on HCPC/NMC Register. Take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge. Identify objectives within a PDP that support the delivery of high standards of clinical care. Support junior staff, nursing students, and ODP trainees, fostering an environment of learning and professional development. Comply with all policies, guidelines, and protocols, including those related to infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding. Report and document incidents promptly and accurately in line with clinical governance standards. Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills through continuous professional development (CPD) activities and training. Attend regular in-service training to remain competent in trauma, airway, and vascular specialties. Person specification
Qualifications
RGN/ODP Diploma/ Degree Experience
Range of clinical experience in theatre practice Teaching and assessing / Mentorship Knowledge
Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting Basic knowledge and understanding of professional and NHS issues Skills
Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding and relatives as appropriate Able to maintain accurate patient records Basic IT skills Able to develop knowledge and skills to perform and meet all requirements of role. Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting. Able to work with limited supervision Able to work as a member of a team Please ensure you check the email account (including junk/spam boxes) from which you apply regularly as we will use this to contact you regarding your application. Posts advertised to ‘internal staff’ are open to employees of hospitals within University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and you should confirm your employment within your application form. Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification will be shortlisted for interview.
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