Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen in Broadgreen Theatres part of Liverpool University Hospital Foundation Trust (LUHFT) for a HCPC/NMC registered ODP/RN with Scrub experience to join the Theatre team as a Band 6. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic individual who is looking to further their career and embrace a peri-operative role with a commitment to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients within our busy theatres complex. We are proud of our ethos of providing a supportive, team orientated environment. We provide an in-depth induction and an excellent preceptorship package for all applicants. The successful applicant will work within theatres as a Scrub practitioner There would be opportunity to rotate within the disciplines and this would be supported by the theatre team. Main duties of the job The post holder will work as a member of the multidisciplinary team. To provide support and knowledge to patients within the speciality. Acts as a role model, demonstrating effective organisational, clinical and leadership skills. The post holder will work as a member of the multidisciplinary team, required to participate in the Directorate internal rotation programme.To provide support and knowledge to patients within the speciality. Acts as a role model, demonstrating effective organisational, clinical and leadership skills.To undertake anaesthetic, scrub and recovery duties, as required, to meetservice delivery requirements. Maintain patient confidentiality and record keeping. Demonstrate a knowledge of good I.T skills and record keeping. You will be flexible, adaptable and willing to maintain our pace and drive having strong communication skills that enable you to be a real team player, to provide the finest possible care and provide on-going support to our existing team of highly skilled professionals, all of whom are committed to making a positive difference to our patients. About us Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services. For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page. Date posted 22 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 287-BSUR-12-25 Job locations Broadgreen Hospital Thomas Drive Liverpool L14 3LB Job description Job responsibilities Maintain awareness of and comply with the HCPC/NMC code of professional conduct/ standards of proficiency, Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. To demonstrate evidence of on-going specialist professional development via a personal professional portfolio and the NHS knowledge and skills frame work. Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. Maintain professional standards and adhere to the Trust and departmental dress code policy. To be able to demonstrate the ability to work autonomously. Be competent to deliver expert, skilled care to highly dependent patients in a specialised area. Ensure effective communication at all levels and disciplines, information inclusive of that which is confidential and multi stranded within the theatre. Ensure all records and documentation are compiled and maintained accurately and in accordance with the H.P.C. / N.M.C. standards for record keeping and Caldicott report. Supports patients/families/staff effectively communicating sensitive, confidential information using a variety of communication skills such as empathy, negotiation, persuasion and reassurance. It is recognised that on agreement at formal appraisal on an annual basis there may be a decision to concentrate on certain aspects of this job description. Job description Job responsibilities Maintain awareness of and comply with the HCPC/NMC code of professional conduct/ standards of proficiency, Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. To demonstrate evidence of on-going specialist professional development via a personal professional portfolio and the NHS knowledge and skills frame work. Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. Maintain professional standards and adhere to the Trust and departmental dress code policy. To be able to demonstrate the ability to work autonomously. Be competent to deliver expert, skilled care to highly dependent patients in a specialised area. Ensure effective communication at all levels and disciplines, information inclusive of that which is confidential and multi stranded within the theatre. Ensure all records and documentation are compiled and maintained accurately and in accordance with the H.P.C. / N.M.C. standards for record keeping and Caldicott report. Supports patients/families/staff effectively communicating sensitive, confidential information using a variety of communication skills such as empathy, negotiation, persuasion and reassurance. It is recognised that on agreement at formal appraisal on an annual basis there may be a decision to concentrate on certain aspects of this job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered ODP, current HPC registration ( applicable to ODP) Registered Nurse, current NMC registration ( applicable to RN) Qualification relevant to specialist area (ALS,Diploma/Degree in Specialised Theatre Practice,ENB 182/176,HEA605)or equivalent course Mentorship course or Teaching and Assessing course (ENB 998,C&G756,Mentorship in Practice,D32/D33) Experience Essential Demonstrable post registration experience in relevant theatre area ,of which at least one year should be at a supervisory level Responsibility for running clinical areas on a shift/daily basis No unaccountable career breaks Evidence of mentorship within specialist field and appraisals as appropriate Evidence of active participation in development of unit guidelines/initiatives Desirable Understanding of Trust Policy and Practice Management course /training Policy and procedure writing skills Principles of budget management Knowledge Essential Understanding and knowledge relating to political and professional issues Evidence of expert knowledge in one area of practice Desirable Knowledge of Trust/NHS performance targets Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered ODP, current HPC registration ( applicable to ODP) Registered Nurse, current NMC registration ( applicable to RN) Qualification relevant to specialist area (ALS,Diploma/Degree in Specialised Theatre Practice,ENB 182/176,HEA605)or equivalent course Mentorship course or Teaching and Assessing course (ENB 998,C&G756,Mentorship in Practice,D32/D33) Experience Essential Demonstrable post registration experience in relevant theatre area ,of which at least one year should be at a supervisory level Responsibility for running clinical areas on a shift/daily basis No unaccountable career breaks Evidence of mentorship within specialist field and appraisals as appropriate Evidence of active participation in development of unit guidelines/initiatives Desirable Understanding of Trust Policy and Practice Management course /training Policy and procedure writing skills Principles of budget management Knowledge Essential Understanding and knowledge relating to political and professional issues Evidence of expert knowledge in one area of practice Desirable Knowledge of Trust/NHS performance targets 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 Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Broadgreen Hospital Thomas Drive Liverpool L14 3LB Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)