This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.
A vacancy has arisen for an Anaesthetic Team Leader to join the busy Operating Theatres at Macclesfield District General Hospital. We are keen to recruit a motivated and forward-thinking team member to assist with the day-to-day running of the operating theatres.
We are seeking a Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner who has previous anaesthetic experience and the relevant post-graduate Anaesthetic qualification or Operating Department Practitioner with experience. The successful candidate will lead a team of staff and will assist with areas of management such as sickness, rostering and personal development reviews, in line with trust values.
We are able to offer excellent opportunities in a wide range of specialities including General Surgery, ENT, Orthopaedics, Trauma, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmics and Breast. You will be supported by senior staff within the department who will be able to assist you in the further development of your existing team working, leadership and motivational skills.
Hours per week: 19.00
Main duties of the job
1. To function as the lead practitioner for a designated area.
2. To assist in the management of the area to ensure excellence in patient care and to have responsibility for staff and service development.
3. You will demonstrate a flexible approach to working and will co-ordinate with other colleagues in multi-disciplinary teams.
4. There is a commitment to on-call and weekend working.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Qualification in Operating Department Practitioner.
* Registered General Nurse with post-basic anaesthetic qualification.
* Teaching and assessing qualification.
Previous Experience
* Minimum of two years post qualification.
* Evidence of continued professional development.
* Documented evidence of a wide range of advanced anaesthetic skills.
* Ability to demonstrate a mindset that embraces change as an opportunity.
* Can demonstrate the ability to organise and prioritise workload.
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
* Ability to develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations.
* Able to demonstrate effective management, interpersonal, problem solving and decision making skills.
* Evidence of the ability to lead, manage, coordinate, delegate and motivate a theatre team and review performance.
* Understanding of the skills and knowledge required to develop team members.
* Experience of mentorship and an ability to identify learning and development needs.
Work Related Circumstances
* Flexible working shifts pattern including twilight's/nights and on-call.
* Good general health and attendance record.
* Ability to work with an unpredictable workload and deal with traumatic situations when they arise.
Other Role Requirements
* Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
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.
Employer details
Employer name: East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address: Macclesfield District General Hospital, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3BL
Employer's website: East Cheshire NHS Trust
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