Job summary We are welcoming applications for a dynamic and motivated registered practitioner to join our teams at Worthing and Southlands theatres. This is an ideal opportunity for a band 5 practitioner to advance their clinical skills, leadership and support the lead practitioner. We are looking to offer positions on a rotation pathway across Ophthalmology, Day Surgery and Main Theatres. Main duties of the job Work within the multidisciplinary team in order to help achieve a high standard of patient care Contribute to good working relationships with all disciplines both within and outside the department Participate in regular staff meetings Ensure that the patient is treated with empathy and respect at all times Provide support and advocacy to the patient throughout their stay Participate in the promotion of the units philosophy Protect patient confidentiality and act according to the Data protection Act Answer the telephone in a professional manner, communicating any messages or queries to the correct practitioners. Be a skilled circulating and scrub practitioner and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/ Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 279-6879396-JAN25 Job locations Worthing Worthing BN112DH Job description Job responsibilities Be a skilled circulating and scrub practitioner and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care Be a skilled recovery practitioner as needed and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care Assisting all members of the theatre/recovery team as needed Accurately enter patients details in the theatre register and on the theatre computer system Assist in the setting up of theatres/recovery; checking equipment and instruments for the session, liaising with the person in charge Maintain stock levels in theatres/recovery Assisting with the daily checks in theatres/recovery Assist as delegated in an emergency situation Operate complex medical devices and troubleshooting Supporting learners and new starters Processing the collection of complex specimens, ensuring accurate documentation Being part of complex procedures requiring two circulating or scrub practitioners, managing additional equipment and resources Work in environments with radioactive waste/x-ray and manage the risks Job description Job responsibilities Be a skilled circulating and scrub practitioner and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care Be a skilled recovery practitioner as needed and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care Assisting all members of the theatre/recovery team as needed Accurately enter patients details in the theatre register and on the theatre computer system Assist in the setting up of theatres/recovery; checking equipment and instruments for the session, liaising with the person in charge Maintain stock levels in theatres/recovery Assisting with the daily checks in theatres/recovery Assist as delegated in an emergency situation Operate complex medical devices and troubleshooting Supporting learners and new starters Processing the collection of complex specimens, ensuring accurate documentation Being part of complex procedures requiring two circulating or scrub practitioners, managing additional equipment and resources Work in environments with radioactive waste/x-ray and manage the risks Person Specification Interest in theatre work of any type Essential substantial experience as a band 5 Equality, diversity and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. Person Specification Interest in theatre work of any type Essential substantial experience as a band 5 Equality, diversity and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. 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 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Worthing Worthing BN112DH Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)