County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust invite applications for the position of Theatre Practitioner for scrub for our site at Darlington Memorial Hospital. We currently have both substantive and bank posts available. The pandemic has demonstrated the value of our greatest asset: our employees. The dedication and support that our workforce have provided has been second to none and here at CDDFT we are extremely proud of them. We care for our colleagues, and as a modern-day employer in the NHS, we realise that prospective employees can choose where they wish to work. That is why in our opinion, the health and wellbeing support we offer our staff is second to none. Our Theatre team is friendly and supportive, encouraging professional development to enhance skills and professional competence. The departmental Practice Development team, in coordination with the Theatre Management team, support the staff members to identify and realise areas for career progression, both on an individual basis and also as a team approach to achieving their highest potential. Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in the monitoring of standards of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Participate in direct care needs of patients, providing expert knowledge of all clinical specialities and acting as a role model. Participate in audit and monitoring accurate documentation in accordance with Trust policy, NMC and HPC guidelines. Be competent in facilitating an emergency service covering all specialties provided within the department, during elective and non-elective periods. Ensure the safe administration of drugs in accordance with Trust Policy, and NMC and HPC guidelines. Ensure that all procedures and techniques are carried out in accordance with local competencies and agreed policies and standards. Ensure rights, dignity and confidentiality of the patient are protected at all times. Act as patients advocate in all matters relating to his/her care, treatment and welfare. Check on departmental cleanliness and where necessary assist other members of the team in the preparation, clearing and cleaning of the operating suite and equipment before, during and after operating. About us
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents. We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community-based settings and providing care in patients' homes. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented. From April 1, 2024, we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary of £23,200. To apply, you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post. Job responsibilities
To provide patient care within the perioperative environment and act as a skilled member of the multidisciplinary team. To assess care needs, develop programmes of care and implement and evaluate these programmes of care, carrying out all relevant forms of peri-operative patient care without direct supervision over a 24 hour period, caring for both adult and paediatric patients undergoing routine and emergency surgery. The post carries a regular commitment to rotational night duty and out-of-hours work, however this is not a requirement for individuals starting on a training programme. Person Specification
Experience
Existing experience as a scrub practitioner. Scrub or Anaesthetic Recovery experience. Special Skills & Knowledge
Excellent interpersonal skills. Computer skills. Specific skills relevant to area of practice. Recruitment and selection skills.
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County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust invite applications for the position of Theatre Practitioner for scrub for our site at Darlington Memorial Hospital. We currently have both substantive and bank posts available. The pandemic has demonstrated the value of our greatest asset: our employees. The dedication and support that our workforce have provided has been second to none and here at CDDFT we are extremely proud of them. We care for our colleagues, and as a modern-day employer in the NHS, we realise that prospective employees can choose where they wish to work. That is why in our opinion, the health and wellbeing support we offer our staff is second to none. Our Theatre team is friendly and supportive, encouraging professional development to enhance skills and professional competence. The departmental Practice Development team, in coordination with the Theatre Management team, support the staff members to identify and realise areas for career progression, both on an individual basis and also as a team approach to achieving their highest potential. Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in the monitoring of standards of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Participate in direct care needs of patients, providing expert knowledge of all clinical specialities and acting as a role model. Participate in audit and monitoring accurate documentation in accordance with Trust policy, NMC and HPC guidelines. Be competent in facilitating an emergency service covering all specialties provided within the department, during elective and non-elective periods. Ensure the safe administration of drugs in accordance with Trust Policy, and NMC and HPC guidelines. Ensure that all procedures and techniques are carried out in accordance with local competencies and agreed policies and standards. Ensure rights, dignity and confidentiality of the patient are protected at all times. Act as patients advocate in all matters relating to his/her care, treatment and welfare. Check on departmental cleanliness and where necessary assist other members of the team in the preparation, clearing and cleaning of the operating suite and equipment before, during and after operating. About us
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents. We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community-based settings and providing care in patients' homes. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented. From April 1, 2024, we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary of £23,200. To apply, you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post. Job responsibilities
To provide patient care within the perioperative environment and act as a skilled member of the multidisciplinary team. To assess care needs, develop programmes of care and implement and evaluate these programmes of care, carrying out all relevant forms of peri-operative patient care without direct supervision over a 24 hour period, caring for both adult and paediatric patients undergoing routine and emergency surgery. The post carries a regular commitment to rotational night duty and out-of-hours work, however this is not a requirement for individuals starting on a training programme. Person Specification
Experience
Existing experience as a scrub practitioner. Scrub or Anaesthetic Recovery experience. Special Skills & Knowledge
Excellent interpersonal skills. Computer skills. Specific skills relevant to area of practice. Recruitment and selection skills.
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