Come and join a forward-thinking Pre-Operative Assessment Unit. As the post holder, you will be required to work as part of the multidisciplinary clinical team to provide the highest standard of care for patients. Delivery of care is patient-focused and emphasizes meeting the individual patient's needs during the pre-operative process. The assessment aims to prevent on-the-day cancellation of surgery.
Main duties of the job
1. Preoperatively assess a wide spectrum of adult patients prior to Orthopaedic surgery.
2. Be responsible for ensuring all resources are used to optimum effect, ensuring all members of the multidisciplinary team comply with local protocols in infection control, manual handling, Health and Safety, patient advocacy, and will expedite quality issues relating to Service delivery.
3. Anticipate where possible, needs and problems before they occur, and develop an action plan to ensure a patient-specific pathway is planned prior to admission.
4. Provide an expert level of technical knowledge to physically assess patients prior to surgery and anaesthetic.
5. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high standards of patient-focused care.
6. Deputise for the Unit Manager in their absence.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation. Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role. We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH, and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities.
Job description
The post holder is required to work as part of the multidisciplinary clinical team to provide the highest standard of care for patients. Delivery of care is patient-focused with an emphasis on meeting the individual patients' needs during the pre-operative process and working as a team to prevent on-the-day cancellations of surgery.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
* First level Registered Practitioner with Professional Body
* Recognised appropriate Physical assessment qualification or prior experiential learning in operative Assessment.
Desirable
* Pre-Operative Assessment and/or Orthopaedic qualification
* Teaching, assessing qualification, or equivalent level of specialist skill
* Degree/Diploma or equivalent in nursing/therapies or assessment
* Experience in Pre-Operative Assessment
Experience
Essential
* Demonstrable clinical experience at Band 5 or above
Desirable
* Demonstrable experience in Orthopaedics and/or Pre-Operative Assessment
Skills and Competencies
Essential
* Commitment to maintain and develop own skills and standard of care with evidence of ongoing professional development
* Problem-solving skills. Ability to work across professional boundaries and within a multi-disciplinary team setting
* Ability to work as a team member demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Awareness of boundaries of professional experience/extended practice
Knowledge (including specialist or technical knowledge required)
Essential
* Has studied Physical History taking to Degree level.
* Awareness and understanding of clinical governance and risk management issues
* Awareness and understanding of the extended scope of professional practice
Desirable
* Relevant anatomy and physiology course/training
* Knowledge of Surgical procedures associated with orthopaedics
* Knowledge of anaesthetic procedures associated with orthopaedics
Personal Qualities
Essential
* Works well under pressure
* Ability to work flexible hours/days to meet the needs of the service
* Able to carry out a full range of work-related activities
Employer details
Employer name
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
ROBERT JONES & AGNES HUNT ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL
GOBOWEN
OSWESTRY
SY10 7AG
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