Theatre Practitioner

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate perioperative care and ensure high levels ofquality, patient dignity and the safe progression of surgical lists.

Main duties of the job

The successful postholder will be prepared to work across a number of specialities such as Anaesthetics, Scrub or Recovery and be willing to undertake competencies in other areas or develop skills as required.As a member of the Theatre team the post holder will ensure that all tasks, checks andprocedures are carried out in line with national and professional standards, as well asorganisational policies.

About us

At St Josephs Hospital, we each play our part in creating a constructive and welcoming working environment where everyone is empowered to do their best work. We encourage our people to work together, driving excellence and improving patient outcomes. Our combination of the latest facilities and world-class expertise give you the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of experiences to help grow your knowledge at our independent private hospital. Located just two miles north of the M4 in Newport, the hospital is easy to get to from Cardiff, Bristol, Monmouth, and Abergavenny.

Job responsibilities

• In partnership with other professionals provide excellent patient care. This process should include relevant assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patientcare in accordance with the Hospital & Departmental policies.
• Ensure high standards of infection control, aseptic technique and overall cleanliness within practices and the department.
• Ensure that theatre documentation is highly accurate and maintained to high standard(including electronic records).
• Participate in the collection of audit data as required and use findings to contribute to the improvement of patient care.
• In conjunction with their team contribute to developing and maintaining a department ethos and a standard approach to the delivery of excellent patient care.
• Provide a holistic approach to patient care and maintain excellent clinical standards of practice. Within the ethos of the department using research and evidence-based practice.
• To actively participate in the Hospitals framework of clinical governance within the department area, including reporting of incidents and adverse events.
• To take part in the out of hours theatre on call rota.
• Maintain a personal, professional profile, identifying role and skill developments in line with the Scope of Professional Practice and NMC / HCPC guidelines.
• To participate in staff education and development, including orientation and supervision and act as a mentor and a resource for learners and the theatre team.

Person Specification

Skills and Attributes

• Communication & relationship skills: Able to establish and maintain relationships within the Healthcare Team. Communicates complex and sensitive information to patients, significant others and multidisciplinary teams. Able to negotiate, persuade, motivate and reassure others. Understands and overcomes barriers to communication.
• Knowledge, training & experience: Has the ability to evaluate own strengths and development needs and seek advice where appropriate.
• Analytical & judgmental skills:
• Has the ability to identify problems, analyse and compare appropriate
• information before reaching a judgement and making a decision. Has an understanding of clinical governance.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Nursing or Operating Department Practice
• Current professional registration with the HCPC or NMC

Experience

• Experience working within the Operating Department and demonstrable
• competency in chosen theatre discipline.

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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