We are looking for a highly motivated Surgical Pre-Operative Assessment Team Leader to join our Theatre Team at Brecon and Llandrindod Hospitals. The role of Surgical Pre-Operative Assessment Team Leader is to be accountable for their own practice, including the assessment and referral of patients, working autonomously within the pre-operative assessment clinic. Implementing care, providing specialist advice and clinical practice, and drawing up clinical management plans whilst mindful of pathways, guidelines, and targets.
Main duties of the job
This role carries the highest level of perioperative expertise within the surgical preoperative assessment team. The post holder will be able to deputise for the theatre manager in their absence.
* Provide leadership, guidance, advice, and liaison to the multidisciplinary team.
* Support and contribute to the development of clinical pathways, service improvement, and redesign initiatives within the area.
About us
Being the smallest Health 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 recognize by prioritizing your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you, please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences, and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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 and/or Knowledge
Essential
* 1st level Registered Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)
* Demonstrate activity in meeting requirements of clinical governance
* Demonstrate and put into practice professional achievements
* Pre-Operative Assessment Foundation Course
* Up to date portfolio and evidence of professional development
* Strong personal drive and ambition to succeed
Desirable
* Evidence of post-basic academic studies at Diploma or degree level
* Post-basic qualification and ongoing supervision in the perioperative setting
* Completion of MSc module in perioperative care
* Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
* Extensive experience within Surgical Pre-Operative Team
* Proven ability to lead a team with excellent organizational and communication skills
* Competence and skills including venepuncture, ECG interpretation, physical examination
Desirable
* Demonstrate effectiveness with other members of the team
* Participated in a management or leadership course
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
* Demonstration of awareness of national developments and standards
* Caring attitude, motivated, Team worker, open & honest
Desirable
* Ability to speak Welsh
* Knowledge of specialist equipment
Values
Essential
* Demonstrate PTHB Values
Other
Essential
* Flexibility in working hours with ability to cover shifts at both sites
Employer details
Employer name
Powys Teaching Health Board
Address
Breconshire War Memorial Hospital
Cerrigcochion Road
Brecon
LD3 7NS
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