A vacancy has arisen for the above grade to join the busy Operating Theatres at Macclesfield District General Hospital. We are keen to recruit a motivated and forward-thinking team member to assist in the day-to-day running of Theatres.
We are seeking a Circulating Practitioner who is keen to learn and develop skills. Full training and support will be given if necessary to the successful candidate.
We are able to offer excellent opportunities in a wide range of specialties including General Surgery, ENT, Orthopaedics, Trauma, Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Urology, Ophthalmics, Breast & Dentals.
You will demonstrate a flexible approach to working and will co-ordinate with other colleagues in multi-disciplinary teams.
There is a commitment to on-call and weekend working.
This post is Permanent
Main duties of the job
1. To give direct care to patients attending the operating department, in a safe and welcoming environment under the supervision of professionally qualified staff.
2. To perform as a safe competent clinical member of the theatre team and provide care for the peri-operative patient under the supervision of qualified staff.
3. To prepare the Operating Theatre prior to and following operative procedures ensuring correct equipment available and in working order and to notify the Registered Practitioner of any problems identified.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. While COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance.
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NVQ (National Vocational Qualifications) level II in health
Previous Experience
* Has experience of working with the public
* Has experience of working in a health care environment
Skills, Knowledge and Ability
* Ability to develop and maintain communication both verbal and written
* Can demonstrate where they have worked under supervision
* Can demonstrate the ability to understand and follow a work-related instruction
* Works well as part of a team
* Willing to learn new skills
Work Related Circumstances
* Ability to partake in flexible working shifts patterns including nights, twilight's and on call
* Good attendance record from previous employment
* Understands the job requires frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions/ body fluids/noxious fumes/ COSHH regulated substances
Other Role Requirements
* Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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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