Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for dynamic, innovative and highly motivated registered ODP or RGN with post registration Anaesthetic qualification, who have a wide range of clinical skills, to work within our theatres. So, whether you are an experienced practitioner or a recently qualified ODP we would love to hear from you.
We are a friendly team with a family feel. We balance hard working shifts with a busy trust wide social scene which includes trips to the coast, theatres, and Christmas markets to name a few.
The vacancy is to work within the anaesthetic support team, however we do positively encourage practitioners who would like the opportunity to dual role either in Scrub or PACU, as we appreciate the value of keeping multi skilled.
Happy to hear from practitioners who have recently qualified.
Main duties of the job
* Using your anaesthetic qualification you will be a key member of the peri-operative team ensuring that the patient receives excellent standards of care.
* You will be confident in supporting the Anaesthetist and preparing a range of medical devices, communicating to the wider theatre team and putting the patient at the heart of everything that you do.
* Those wishing to dual role or keep/gain your preferred skills in scrub or recovery we can facilitate this within our teams.
* You will be driven to ensure the standards of care you deliver are effective, current and evidenced-based and enjoy working with your team to ensure the smooth running of the department.
* We are committed to the on-going professional development for our staff, we facilitate a mandatory preceptorship programme for newly qualified staff.
* We offer support starting with your Induction process through to offering in-house and external courses, we promote multiskilling into scrub and/or recovery for practitioners who wish to do so.
* We have a dedicated practice development team along with supportive management to assist you in growing your career.
About Us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
Date posted
10 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,469 to £38,307 a year per annum including HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
151-LC280
Job locations
Heatherwood Hospital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* To support the Theatre Manager in the establishing good working atmosphere and participate in effective/efficient use of staff, supplies and services.
* To provide a high level of support to the perioperative team in the delivery of patient care, within the theatre area.
* To work collaboratively with the Anaesthetic/surgical consultant body, to ensure best possible outcome for the patients, with a high priority on patient safety.
* To participate in achieving the stated Quality Assurance and Risk Management objectives set by the organisation.
* To ensure all equipment is regularly checked and maintained in a safe manner.
* Participate in training programmes for junior staff and other disciplines seconded to the department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* NMC / HCPC registration
* RGN with post registration anaesthetic qualification
* Diploma/Degree (HE) Operating Department Practice (or NVQ equivalent)
Desirable
* Mentorship programme or equivalent
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
* Own continuing professional development
* Knowledge of the Operating Theatre Environment
* Clinical Governance
Desirable
* Ability to practice within more than one role of peri-operative practice
Skills
Essential
* ABLE to use EPR
Desirable
* Experienced in EPIC
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.
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
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heatherwood Hospital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB
Employer's website
https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr