Cardiac Surgery Lead Surgical Care Practitioner
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
We have an exciting opportunity to lead our Cardiac Surgery Surgical Care Practitioner Team. The team consists of both trainees and very experienced SCPs. Here at NUH, we have bespoke cardiac theatres adjacent 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, including 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 dedicated to managing 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:
1. Managing the SCP team - staff development, appraisals, staff governance.
2. Performing clinical duties of SCP - assisting Consultant Surgeon in performing cardiac surgery.
3. Harvesting of conduit suitable for coronary artery bypass operations by harvesting long saphenous veins and radial arteries.
4. Endoscopic vein and artery harvesting.
5. Acting as first and second assistant under the direction of senior surgical colleagues for cardiac procedures, including tissue retraction, applying suction, diathermy, maintaining a clear field of surgical vision, assisting with preparing patients for cardio-pulmonary bypass, and monitoring patients' vital signs. Closure of wounds.
6. Work shifts and cover out of hours on calls.
7. Work in theatre and clinics.
About Us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city, playing a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We lead in research, education, and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We believe in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team to deliver world-class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavor 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 strive to be better represented at NUH.
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 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, and 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 the job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered SCP
* Advanced Surgical Care Practitioner course
* Completed leadership course
Experience
* To assist the surgical team with the assessment and preparation of 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.
* Involvement in leading the investigation of serious clinical incidents.
Skills
* 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.
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