University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Eye Unit Theatres at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for Theatre Practitioners (RN and ODP). If you are flexible, dependable, and enthusiastic, and looking to further develop your career and clinical skills in a supportive working environment then we would like to hear from you.
Our department is based at a large university teaching hospital and covers a broad footprint including our three operating rooms and Medical Retina Injection Suite.
Southampton Eye Unit staff have been recognised as leaders in the field of Ophthalmology, and our consultant group includes world authorities in Medical Retina Disease and Corneal Surgery.
Eye Theatre staff work a shift pattern which compares favourably with many clinical areas, with on-call evening- and weekend cover and exemption from night duties.
We are committed to supporting staff when personal circumstances change, and we are proud to treat our colleagues as an extended family.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
What you will do :
• Provide essential support between the surgical team and other parts of the operating theatre
• Responsible for the preparation and safe transfer of the patient to the Recovery area
What we are looking for:
• We are looking for dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic individuals, who are also keen team players. You should enjoy the challenge of working in a busy environment. You should be forward thinking, as well as eager to develop your own clinical skills.
• Ophthalmology/Theatres experience would be an advantage, however the relevant training will be provided within the unit.
• You should have excellent communication skills, a flexible approach and the ability to work on your own initiative. Attention to detail is also essential as you will be dealing with patients, relatives and staff from across the whole trust within a number of disciplines.
• Please find the full job description and person specification attached for further details on this role
This advert closes on Wednesday 12 Feb 2025