Job summary Deputy Lead Theatre Practitioner – Orthopaedics | KIMS Hospital Maidstone Full Time | Competitive Salary in line with agenda for change. Are you an experienced Senior Theatre Practitioner looking to advance your career? Have you considered moving into Private Healthcare? Are you keen to work for an organisation that is committed to your professional growth and development? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Senior Registered Practitioner (Theatre Nurse or ODP) to join our AfPP accredited perioperative team as a Deputy Lead Theatre Practitioner for Orthopaedic Surgery. You will be a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, working primarily as a scrub practitioner but with flexibility to cover either Anaesthetics or Recovery when required. This role is ideally suited to a senior registered practitioner (Nurse or ODP) with proven experience working as a scrub practitioner in orthopaedic surgery, who is looking to progress their perioperative career to lead and mentor junior staff. Your working hours will be 4 days per week working between Monday and Saturday 07:45 – 17.45. See more about what our staff have to say about working in theatres at KIMS Hospital. Main duties of the job As a Deputy Lead Theatre Practitioner you will: Work as the lead member of the scrub team you will ensure a high standard of clinical care and safety for patients within the theatre unit. Provide clinical leadership to junior staff, deputising for the theatre manager when necessary. Communicate effectively with other departments e.g. Sterile Services, Wards, and Imaging department to ensure efficient patient care. Prepare operating and anaesthetic rooms for surgery as required. To include equipment and supplies required for specific procedures, ensuring appropriate use of resources and minimal waste. Assessing patient care requirements, implementing care and evaluating outcomes. About us At KIMS Hospital we understand our people are our biggest asset and as such we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace. That’s why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing. KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits Competitive Salary Free Secure Staff Parking Pension Scheme Private Health Insurance 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday Life Assurance Annual Flu Vaccination Free Eye Test Flexible working and annualised hours contracts are available At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, recruiter would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 telephone or email recruitmentkims.org.uk. Date posted 03 December 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 3010 Job locations Newnham Court Way Weavering Maidstone All UK ME14 5FT Job description Job responsibilities For more information regarding this role please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification. Job description Job responsibilities For more information regarding this role please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Be a registered Practitioner (RN or ODP). Have a have completed or be currently undertaking a Practice Educator Course. Desirable Have a post graduate clinical qualification in a specialty or as First Assistant. Experience Essential Have post registration clinical experience as an orthopaedic practitioner in an acute hospital (NHS or Private) Have experience in planning, organising and running lists within the theatre suite. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Be a registered Practitioner (RN or ODP). Have a have completed or be currently undertaking a Practice Educator Course. Desirable Have a post graduate clinical qualification in a specialty or as First Assistant. Experience Essential Have post registration clinical experience as an orthopaedic practitioner in an acute hospital (NHS or Private) Have experience in planning, organising and running lists within the theatre suite. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 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). 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. 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 KIMS Hospital Address Newnham Court Way Weavering Maidstone All UK ME14 5FT Employer's website https://kims.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)