Surgical First Assistant (Bank) in Tetbury

Are you passionate about delivering high quality patient centred care in a well-equipped and established Day Surgery Unit.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Surgical First Assistant to join our committed team on the Bank. The hospital comprises a well-equipped theatre & purpose-built procedure room, outpatients department, minor injury and illness unit and x-ray.

You will be working with a compassionate DaySurgery team committed to delivering the best in care and rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. As we continue to expand the services we offer, we are seeking a Bank Surgical First Assistant

Main duties of the job

About You

We are looking for an experienced Operating Department Practitioner who is HCPCRegistered.

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

Excellent interpersonal skills

A passion for providing high quality care

Evidence of working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team

A flexible approach to work, and a positive attitude

To find out more about this role or to arrange a visit to the hospital please contact Deb Loewenthal or Richard Lovatt (DSU Managers) on dsumanager@tetburyhospital.co.uk

Applications for this role will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and therefore the closing date on the advert is indicative only.

Please note that offers of employment are subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The Trust is committed to equality and diversity in employment and is a mindful Employer. The Trust is committed to improving the working lives of its staff and may have flexible working options available

About us

Tetbury Hospital is an independent healthcare provider in the heart of the Cotswolds providing an established day surgery service to patients who choose to have their NHS surgery.

The hospital is highly regarded by our visiting consulting body who provide a wide range of specialities including ophthalmic, general and gynaecological surgery.

The primary focus of the hospital is the NHS services we provide across our outpatients, day surgery and minor injury and illness unit. In addition to our NHS funded services, we offer private health care to insured or self-pay patients.

Tetbury Hospital Is a respected partner in the Gloucestershire health and care system and valued by staff and patients for the high quality, personalised care that we are proud to offer.

Tetbury Hospital Trust is ambitious about the future and is committed to investing in our workforce to ensure they have the resources and tools they need to deliver high-quality services.

Tetbury Hospital Trust provides high-quality, safe services on behalf of the NHS and for private patients.

We are proud of our hardworking and committed people that work together to put patient care at the heart of everything they do.

As an organisation, we pledge to listen, collaborate, and value the role that all our people play in achieving our vision to always deliver exceptional patient care.

If you are as passionate about patient care as we are, we would love to hear from you.

Job responsibilities

To provide competent and skilled surgical assistance under the supervision of the operating surgeon. To provide skilled and advanced surgical scrub practice for General Surgery. The postholder will demonstrate a competent level of knowledge in accordance with professional guidelines and the scope of the role.

Provide competent and skilled assistance in all aspects of surgery under the supervision of the surgeon.

Undertaking duties such as (not exhaustive)

Skin preparation and draping.

Handling of instruments and cameras (laparoscopic work).

Use of suction as guided by the surgeon.

Use of specialised surgical equipment.

Provide assistance to the surgeon or anaesthetist as required.

Understand advanced surgical techniques and make professional and clinical decisions for which the First Surgical Assistant is accountable.

Have advanced knowledge of current elective and emergency surgical techniques and equipment required to achieve the optimal outcomes in surgery.

Ensure detailed understanding of the principles of surgical techniques required.

Please refer to the attached jobdescription for comprehensive information regarding the responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations associated with the position.

Person Specification

Experience

• Awareness of current professional nursing issues in the theatre environment.
• Extensive clinical experience as a scrub practitioner.
• Understanding of trust-wide strategic objectives.
• Clinical Governance.
• Knowledge of ethical issues.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal with difficult and sensitive situations with tact, diplomacy and professionalism.
• Ability to promote teamwork and best practice.
• Ability to identify, evaluate and solve problems.
• Ability to make decisions appropriately.
• Self-motivated.
• IT Skills (e.g. Microsoft Office).

Qualifications

• RGN/ODP registered with the NMC or HCPC.
• Diploma and evidence of strong commitment to professional education and development.
• Evidence of recent post-registration education or equivalent experience.
• NASP extended skills of the advanced scrub practitioner.

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.