Job summary We are welcoming applications for a dynamic and motivated registered practitioner to join our teams at Worthing and Southlands theatres.This is an ideal opportunity for a band 5 practitioner to advance their clinical skills, leadership and support the lead practitioner.We are looking to offer positions on a rotation pathway across Ophthalmology, Day Surgery and Main Theatres.
Main duties of the job Work within the multidisciplinary team in order to help achieve a high standard of patient care Contribute to good working relationships with all disciplines both within and outside the department Participate in regular staff meetings Ensure that the patient is treated with empathy and respect at all times Provide support and advocacy to the patient throughout their stay Participate in the promotion of the units philosophy Protect patient confidentiality and act according to the Data protection Act Answer the telephone in a professional manner, communicating any messages or queries to the correct practitioners.
Be a skilled circulating and scrub practitioner and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care.
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Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.
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We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: Job description Job responsibilities Be a skilled circulating and scrub practitioner and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient careBe a skilled recovery practitioner as needed and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient careAssisting all members of the theatre/recovery team as neededAccurately enter patients details in the theatre register and on the theatre computer systemAssist in the setting up of theatres/recovery; checking equipment and instruments for the session, liaising with the person in chargeMaintain stock levels in theatres/recoveryAssisting with the daily checks in theatres/recoveryAssist as delegated in an emergency situationOperate complex medical devices and troubleshootingSupporting learners and new startersProcessing the collection of complex specimens, ensuring accurate documentationBeing part of complex procedures requiring two circulating or scrub practitioners, managing additional equipment and resourcesWork in environments with radioactive waste/x-ray and manage the risks Person Specification Interest in theatre work of any type Essential substantial experience as a band 5 Equality, diversity and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.