We are looking for highly motivated Theatre Practitioners to join our Day Surgery and Endoscopy Units at Brecon and Llandrindod Hospital. The role involves supporting our consultants and anaesthetists within the anaesthetic, scrubbing and recovery specialities. You will also be admitting and discharging patients and the successful applicants base will be Llandrindod Wells Memorial Hospital.
Excellent communication skills are required to work within the department, to ensure effective working relationships so that we can deliver a high standard of patient care to Powys patients locally. The unit also supports training such as the First Assistant qualification and other training opportunities can be explored.
Main duties of the job
As part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder is responsible for the assessment, evaluation and implementation of care given to patients within the perioperative environment, ensuring that they deliver the highest standard of direct patient care. Also required to assist the surgeons and support patients, with emphasis on patient safety and dignity during all aspects of their procedure. The Day Surgery Unit is nurse led when working in areas such as pre-assessment, discharge and management of post discharge problems with the facilities to link with the visiting Consultants, Anaesthetists, Patient Services and out of hour's services. The post will also link with the Outpatients department to ensure continuity of patient pathway. Ensure efficient communication and education in health promotion and in the absence of the Team Leader the post holder may have responsibility for the operational management of the Day Surgery. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being. 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. Person Specification
Qualifications / Knowledge
NMC/HCPC registration Degree / Diploma or relevant professional qualification Evidence of current professional development Up to date portfolio and evidence of professional development Experience within a perioperative environment Experience
Knowledge of administration and computer software processes e.g. Data entry Knowledge/experience of policy and procedures within Day Surgery Unit Evidence of attendance on relevant courses/ training / conferences Ability to manage conflicting demands Excellent clinical skills Good communication skills, approachable. Must be able to communicate effectively with small groups as well as individuals Ability to speak Welsh Budgetary / financial awareness Good organisational skills with a flexible approach to work Values
Demonstrate PTHB Values Approachable & caring Flexible approach to work and needs of the service Able to work alone and as part of a team Dynamic and motivated Other
Must be able to undertake duties of the post Ability to work at different sites within the Health Board Successful DBS Check 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.
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As part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder is responsible for the assessment, evaluation and implementation of care given to patients within the perioperative environment, ensuring that they deliver the highest standard of direct patient care. Also required to assist the surgeons and support patients, with emphasis on patient safety and dignity during all aspects of their procedure. The Day Surgery Unit is nurse led when working in areas such as pre-assessment, discharge and management of post discharge problems with the facilities to link with the visiting Consultants, Anaesthetists, Patient Services and out of hour's services. The post will also link with the Outpatients department to ensure continuity of patient pathway. Ensure efficient communication and education in health promotion and in the absence of the Team Leader the post holder may have responsibility for the operational management of the Day Surgery. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being. 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. Person Specification
Qualifications / Knowledge
NMC/HCPC registration Degree / Diploma or relevant professional qualification Evidence of current professional development Up to date portfolio and evidence of professional development Experience within a perioperative environment Experience
Knowledge of administration and computer software processes e.g. Data entry Knowledge/experience of policy and procedures within Day Surgery Unit Evidence of attendance on relevant courses/ training / conferences Ability to manage conflicting demands Excellent clinical skills Good communication skills, approachable. Must be able to communicate effectively with small groups as well as individuals Ability to speak Welsh Budgetary / financial awareness Good organisational skills with a flexible approach to work Values
Demonstrate PTHB Values Approachable & caring Flexible approach to work and needs of the service Able to work alone and as part of a team Dynamic and motivated Other
Must be able to undertake duties of the post Ability to work at different sites within the Health Board Successful DBS Check 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.
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