An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic & self-motivated Theatre Team Leader to join our Day Surgery Unit in PTHB. We have two operating theatres, one in Breconshire War Memorial Hospital and the other is in Llandrindod Wells Memorial Hospital.
We are looking for a dynamic, inspirational leader to work with our friendly team and you must have in-depth knowledge of theatre with strong leadership skills. High standards & excellent communication skills are required to work within the department, to ensure effective working relationships so that we can deliver a high standard of patient care to Powys patients locally.
Your base will be Breconshire War Memorial Hospital, but you will be expected to work flexibly across the service area.
Main duties of the job
1. The post holder will be responsible for leading and being directly involved with clinical and operational procedures with patients, carers, and relatives.
2. Lead a multidisciplinary team in the absence of the Theatre Manager dealing with complex issues and escalating to the appropriate people.
3. Act as a specialist for the Theatre environment.
4. Assist in clinical supervision of staff within the unit and provide support.
5. To be involved in clinical audits within the unit.
6. Responsible for developing rotas and allocating staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Being the smallest Health Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* 1st level Registered Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)
* Able to articulate and demonstrate activity in meeting requirements of clinical governance
* Demonstrate and put into practice professional achievements
* Evidence of post basic academic studies at Diploma or degree level
* Possess a post-basic qualification and an ongoing supervision in the perioperative setting
Experience
* Up to date portfolio and evidence of professional development
* Proven ability to lead a team with excellent organisational and communication skills
* Articulate and demonstrate effectiveness with other members of the team
* Undertaken a management or leadership course
Values
* Caring attitude
* Demonstrate PTHB Values
Other
* Flexibility in working hours with the ability to cover shifts at both sites
* Strong personal drive and ambition to succeed
* Open and honest
* Demonstration of awareness of national developments and standards
* Team Worker
* Motivated
* Ability to speak Welsh
* Knowledge of specialist equipment
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.
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