Job Summary
The post holder will form a part of the theatre team providing Scrub and Recovery skills to patients undergoing surgery.
If suitably qualified will offer support and assistance to the anaesthetist during the Anaesthetic phase of the patients journey.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities associated with scrubbing in the operating theatre and assisting the surgeon.
Responsibility for the patient during the immediate post operative phase of the patients recovery.
Act always following our Trust Values and in line with your professional code of conduct.
Displaying a high level of patient care .
About Us
Would you be interested in joining our team?
We have a number of opportunities for highly motivated, enthusiastic, engaged and forward thinking practitioners to join our busy, friendly operating team. We are looking for staff that will assist in developing our progressive service whilst making a positive contribution towards the team's pursuit of excellence.
You will be a Registered Nurse (NMC) /Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) or a student nurse/trainee ODP approaching the end of your training, previous experience of working in an operating theatre is therefore essential.
We have 13 elective/trauma theatres.
We also have 2 further theatres which have a dedicated 24hr Emergency team to cater for Emergency surgery and Maternity theatre's needs. We will provide you with support and training for your primary role within theatres and offer opportunities for your personal and professional development.
The successful candidates will demonstrate a flexible attitude and will deliver a high standard of quality care within the department. Good communication and organisational skills are essential, with the ability to work within a team to deliver a high quality service to our patients.
Applicants should note that if successful at interview, the offer of appointment would be subject to vetting procedures undertaken by the Criminal Records Bureau.
Date posted
26 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
407-SURGERY-6765252-A
Job locations
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Moat Road
Walsall
WS2 9PS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please See Attached Job Description And Person Spec.
You will be a Registered Nurse (NMC) /Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) or a student nurse/trainee ODP approaching the end of your training, previous experience of working in an operating theatre is therefore essential.
Due to the nature of our work the post will involve working rostered days, weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays.
Multi- skilling and rotation between specialities is also encouraged and supported within the department.
We have 13 elective/trauma theatres which include:-
General Surgery
Trauma and Orthopaedics
Anaesthetics and Recovery
ENT and Dental
Gynaecology
Urology
We also have 2 further theatres which have a dedicated 24hr Emergency team to cater for Emergency surgery and Maternity theatres needs.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and person spec.
You will be a Registered Nurse (NMC) /Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) or a student nurse/trainee ODP approaching the end of your training, previous experience of working in an operating theatre is therefore essential.
Due to the nature of our work the post will involve working rostered days, weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays.
Multi- skilling and rotation between specialities is also encouraged and supported within the department.
We have 13 elective/trauma theatres which include:-
General Surgery
Trauma and Orthopaedics
Anaesthetics and Recovery
ENT and Dental
Gynaecology
Urology
We also have 2 further theatres which have a dedicated 24hr Emergency team to cater for Emergency surgery and Maternity theatres needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Experience Essential
- Must demonstrate a knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the post must be conversant with nursing aspects of the speciality
Skills Essential
- Must have a working knowledge or their responsibilities in relation to clinical risk management
- Ability to write clearly and legibly. Can articulate well with good listening skills
Knowledge Essential
- Must demonstrate knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the post must be conversant with nursing aspects of the speciality.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Experience Essential
- Must demonstrate a knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the post must be conversant with nursing aspects of the speciality
Skills Essential
- Must have a working knowledge or their responsibilities in relation to clinical risk management
- Ability to write clearly and legibly. Can articulate well with good listening skills
Knowledge Essential
- Must demonstrate knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the post must be conversant with nursing aspects of the speciality.
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
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Moat Road
Walsall
WS2 9PS
Employer's website
https://walsallhealthcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
