Theatre Practitioner in Ashford

One Ashford Hospital, part of Phoenix Hospital Group, are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Theatre Practitioner to join our Theatre team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated practitioner to work within a busy operating department delivering high standards of perioperative care across a range of surgical specialities. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide safe, effective and patient-focused care throughout the surgical pathway, ensuring excellent clinical outcomes and a positive patient experience. Reporting to the Theatre Manager, the successful theatre practitioner will deliver a high standard of perioperative care to patients and assist with the smooth running of daily activity.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work as Scrub, Circulating or Recovery Practitioner as required
• Ensure WHO safety checks, infection prevention standards, and documentation requirements are fully completed
• Assist surgeons and anaesthetists during procedures as appropriate
• Prepare theatre equipment, instruments and consumables for surgery
• Maintain theatre cleanliness, stock levels and readiness
• Participate in clinical governance, audits and service improvement activities
• Support colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment
• Participate in the departmental on-call rota
• Work Saturdays when required to meet service needs

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Nurse with NMC or Operating Department Practitioner with HCPC

EXPERIENCE

• Clinical nursing experience in a theatre setting
• Anaesthetic, Scrub or Recovery experience

SKILLS

• Demonstrable knowledge and skills in the practitioners area of clinical practice
• Sound written, numerical and verbal communication skills
• Sound computer skills using MS Office Suite and web based reporting systems
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
• Demonstrable Customer Service skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required

DESIRABLES

• Private Healthcare experience
• Enthusiasm for cross functional working such as ambulatory care

ABOUT THE HOSPITAL

One Ashford Hospital is one of Kent's newest private hospitals. Patients receive fast access to appointments with specialist Consultants, diagnostic imaging and treatment for a range of health concerns. Our private hospital has been designed with the latest technology and with patient care at its heart. In September 2023, we joined with Phoenix Hospital Group, a leading London based private healthcare group. Phoenix provide exceptional patient centred care with three state-of-the-art medical facilities in the Harley Street Medical Precinct in Central London and one in Chelmsford, Essex. One Ashford is next door to the William Harvey Hospital and is close to junction 10 of the M20. Parking is available and is ideally located for candidates living in and around the Ashford area.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

At One Ashford Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. One Ashford Hospital is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. They will also be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK.