Barlborough, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England
S43
About The Role
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If you are an experienced Healthcare Assistant with a strong understanding of how a Theatre operates, then we have just the role for you.
We are looking for a Theatre Healthcare Assistant to join our busy Theatre team in our Shepton Mallet Hospital. You will be a vital member of the Theatre team, providing support to the qualified staff, ensuring a safe and effective clinical service is provided to all users across the Theatre.
You will provide a patient-focused service within the unit, expanding the role appropriately under the supervision and guidance of a trained nurse. This will include ensuring documentation is kept up to date, liaising with other providers and the wider team at the hospital, and taking responsibility for booking pre-assessment appointments.
What you'll be doing
* Support the registered nurse and operating department practitioner in implementing an agreed plan of care in association with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received.
* Promote safe patient care and be willing to develop and apply new skills to maintain and enhance clinical service delivery.
* Help promote and maintain an environment conducive to meeting the needs of the patient.
* Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with theatre colleagues and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
* Participate in regular theatre meetings and attend other unit meetings.
* Provide support and assistance to qualified staff.
* Be responsible for cleaning/washing theatre & equipment between and after cases.
* Assist with the transportation of patients to and from the ward.
* Monitor and maintain stocks of material and equipment at appropriate levels within the theatres, as delegated by qualified theatre practitioners.
* Take part in monthly stock counts.
* Liaise with representatives from suppliers regarding stock of implants.
* Utilise and complete relevant documentation correctly.
* Actively participate as a member of the theatre team, communicating with patients and colleagues, working at all times with others to achieve the organisation's goals.
* Assist the team in achieving the optimal outcome for patient care.
What we'll look for in you
The role involves direct contact with patients and their families on a physical and psychological level. Therefore, you need to be empathetic, friendly, and possess good interpersonal skills, as well as:
* Experience in a Theatre environment
* The ability to promote safe patient care
* Willingness to develop and apply new skills to maintain and enhance the delivery of our clinical service
* The ability to recognise and give priority to the needs of patients while maintaining respect, dignity, and an individualised approach to patient services
What you can expect in return
* Monday to Friday with the occasional Saturday shift.
* An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
* Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments
* Varied career development opportunities
Applicant must have the right to work in the UK
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