Job summary We have an exciting opportunity to Lead our Cardiac Surgery Surgical Care Practitioner Team. The team is made up of both trainees and very experienced SCP's. Here at NUH we have bespoke cardiac theatres which sit next to the Cardiac ITU all housed within the purpose built Trent Cardiac Centre (TCC) at the City Hospital Campus. As Lead SCP 70% of your time will be clinical, working alongside the Cardiac Surgeons assisting in complex surgeries the applicant must have a minimum of 3 years SCP experience in Cardiac Surgery, this should include endoscopic vein/artery harvesting. Experience in complex and minimal invasive procedures including complex aortic surgery and endoscopic mitral procedures would also be advantageous. 30% of your time will be to manage the SCP team; working alongside Consultants and the Specialty Management Team (SMT) to further develop the team and service. Main duties of the job Main duties of this job include Managing the SCP team - staff development, appraisals, staff governance Performing clinical duties of SCP - assisting Consultant Surgeon in performing cardiac surgery harvesting of conduit suitable for coronary artery bypass operations by harvesting long saphenous veins and radial arteries Endoscopic vein and artery harvesting Acting as first and second assistant under direction of senior surgical colleague for cardiac procedures, including tissue retraction, applying suction, diathermy, maintaining a clear field of surgical vision, assisting with preparing patient for cardio-pulmonary bypass and monitoring patients vital signs. Closure of wounds Work shifts and cover out of hours on calls. Work in theatre and clinics About us With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 164-6799669-B Job locations Nottingham City Hospital Hucknall road Nottingham NG5 1PB Job description Job responsibilities To provide specialist advice and assistance to the Consultant surgeon and Specialist registrars, during adult cardiac surgeries. The post holder will participate in all aspects of preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care at an advanced level after relevant training Masters or equivalent qualification/experience. They will perform duties to a high standard in order to achieve effective and safe patient care and recovery within the areas of the Cardiac Operating theatres, Outpatients Department, Pre-assessment and Cardiac ITU/CHDU/Ward. The post holder will manage the SCP team, including all governance, training, development, recruitment. The post holder will deliver a 70% clinical component to their role and 30% related to their management, leadership, innovation and educational responsibilities. Please refer to job description for further details. Job description Job responsibilities To provide specialist advice and assistance to the Consultant surgeon and Specialist registrars, during adult cardiac surgeries. The post holder will participate in all aspects of preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care at an advanced level after relevant training Masters or equivalent qualification/experience. They will perform duties to a high standard in order to achieve effective and safe patient care and recovery within the areas of the Cardiac Operating theatres, Outpatients Department, Pre-assessment and Cardiac ITU/CHDU/Ward. The post holder will manage the SCP team, including all governance, training, development, recruitment. The post holder will deliver a 70% clinical component to their role and 30% related to their management, leadership, innovation and educational responsibilities. Please refer to job description for further details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered SCP Masters level academic qualificaiton Advanced Surgical Care Practitioner course Desirable Completed leadership course Experience Essential To assist the surgical team with the assessment and preparation of the pre-operative and post-operative surgical patients Can work both autonomously and as part of a multi professional team Ability to teach, train and educate all members of the MDT Implement and interpret policies and procedures Desirable Involvement in leading investigation of serious clinical incidents Skills Essential Able to undertake highly complex clinical duties/procedures that require highly developed skills and at times a high degree of precision Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered SCP Masters level academic qualificaiton Advanced Surgical Care Practitioner course Desirable Completed leadership course Experience Essential To assist the surgical team with the assessment and preparation of the pre-operative and post-operative surgical patients Can work both autonomously and as part of a multi professional team Ability to teach, train and educate all members of the MDT Implement and interpret policies and procedures Desirable Involvement in leading investigation of serious clinical incidents Skills Essential Able to undertake highly complex clinical duties/procedures that require highly developed skills and at times a high degree of precision 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts Address Nottingham City Hospital Hucknall road Nottingham NG5 1PB Employer's website https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)