Bank Operating Department Practitioner in Ilford

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced perioperative practitioner to work across a range of surgical specialties whilst enjoying the flexibility of bank working. You'll play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative journey and contribute to outstanding patient outcomes. As our Bank Operating Department Practitioner, you'll work as part of a multidisciplinary theatre team, providing expert care across the perioperative environment. You'll be involved in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care whilst supporting efficient theatre operations. This is a varied role where you'll rotate through Anaesthetics, Scrub and Recovery, ensuring patients receive safe, effective and compassionate care at every stage of their surgical journey. This role is offered on a bank (0-hour) contract. There are no guaranteed hours, and shifts will be offered depending on business needs. You can accept or decline shifts based on your availability, making this a flexible option-but it may not be suitable if you are seeking consistent or full-time hours. As our Bank ODP, you will be:

• Delivering high standards of perioperative patient care.
• Working across Anaesthetics, Scrub and Recovery as required.
• Preparing theatre and anaesthetic rooms for daily operating lists.
• Supporting safe patient transfer and handover processes.
• Assisting with the management of instruments, consumables and equipment.
• Monitoring stock levels and supporting stock control activities.
• Maintaining accurate patient records and documentation.
• Supporting infection prevention and clinical governance initiatives.
• Participating in teaching, supervision and departmental development activities.
• Working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and multidisciplinary colleagues.

With your HCPC or NMC registration and degree in Operating Department Practice or equivalent professional qualification, you will also have:

• Minimum of 2 years' UK post-qualification experience across Anaesthetics, Scrub and PACU/Recovery.
• Competence across all perioperative areas and surgical specialties.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent patient record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and as part of a team.

What you can expect in return

• A bank rate of £28.37 per hour
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• Opportunity to work within a high performing clinical team
• Supportive working environment focused on quality patient care
• The chance to make a real difference to patients and colleagues alike
• Award winning ED&I programme
• Free access to Reward Gateway discount scheme
• Access to private health insurance
• Wide range of 'time away from work' allowances
• Extensive career development and training opportunities
• Training & Development Tailored CPD training delivered via our bespoke Learning Management System.
• Extensive training courses accessible via Practice Plus Group Skills Academy.
• Great development and career progression opportunities

At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities.

Since working for Practice Plus Group I have had a vast amount of opportunities and education which has further developed my knowledge and skills as a nurse.

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