Job summary
Our operating theatres are recruiting for full / part time Band 2 experienced perioperative care support workers. We would like you to join us in delivering the highest standards of care in a well-equipped, safe environment with Our 'Right Care' behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients as a priority. Our specialties include Ophthalmology, General Surgery, ENT, Gynecology, Urology, Maxilla-facial, elective Orthopedics, Acutes & trauma, Obstetrics and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit.
Are you forward thinking, motivated, organised and dedicated who are seeking a career in perioperative nursing & have the aspiration and motivation to work in this complex environment. Our investment & commitment to our staffs continuous professional development in knowledge and skills will provide a varied yet rewarding career in the perioperative environment. You may already have experience in this role. We require staff to cover a 24 hour service over a 7 day period.
Previous applicants need not reapply
Main duties of the job
To undertake a range of duties including clerical and patient care activities under the direct supervision of a Registered Practitioner ODP, Nurse or a Senior Perioperative Care Assistant. Theatre Support staff will assist the Registered Practitioners to deliver patient care and prepare the environment in which care is delivered. In pursuing these duties, the post holder will ensure compliance with the NHS Constitution and be familiar with the NHS England Guidance 'Understanding the new NHS'.
About us
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
We want to attract staff who embrace our Right Care behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients we want to make these part of our DNA.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For details of this job vacancy, please see attached full job description and the person specification
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
1. Good communication skills, including observation, listening & reaction as & IT
2. Ability to work as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
3. Skills in Infection Prevention and Control
4. Skills in patient safety
5. Skills in manually handling people
6. Skills in safeguarding people
Qualifications
Essential
7. General education; Numerate & Literate to Functional skills Maths & English Level 2, GCSE A-C or equivalent
Desirable
8. BTEC Health & Social studies
9. The Care Certificate
10. QCF Level 2 / 3 Heath Dipoloma or equivalent
Experience
Essential
11. Previous experience in a team environment
12. Previous experience of working with the public
Desirable
13. Previous experience in a healthcare setting
14. Previous experience of working with the public
Knowledge
Essential
15. A basic understanding of working in the Operating Theatre
16. Understanding of the NHS Constitution and its implications
Desirable
17. Knowledge of IT systems, Electronic patient records Trisoft, Health Edge
Personal Attributes
Essential
18. Good Interpersonal skills
19. Motivated and enthusiastic
20. Smart and reliable, good time management
21. Ability to work flexibly
Desirable
22. Self-motivated
23. Self-care strategies for managing physical, mental & emotional challenges