A Band 3 healthcare assistant post in the Main Theatres and MITU department, where staff care for patients across a wide range of surgical procedures. The role centres on preparing theatres and equipment, bringing patients in and out of theatre, and supporting the scrub practitioner during operating lists. It is a permanent post of 37.5 hours on early and late shifts across the week. Applicants need prior experience in a theatre department and an NVQ Level 2 in Operating Department Support or an equivalent.
What the job involves
- Preparing theatres, surgical equipment, instruments and supplies before operating lists
- Collecting patients from the ward and supporting their safe transfer, positioning and return after surgery
- Reassuring patients while protecting their dignity, privacy and individual needs
- Supporting the scrub practitioner in the circulating role, including opening sterile items, assisting with surgical checks and receiving specimens
- Keeping theatres and equipment clean and ready for use under infection prevention procedures
- Maintaining stock levels, completing documentation and supporting departmental administration
What’s required
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 in Operating Department Support or an equivalent qualification
Experience
- Previous experience working in a theatre department
Skills & knowledge
- Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
- Caring, respectful approach and the ability to work closely with colleagues
- Willingness to learn, complete relevant training and contribute ideas
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check, where required
What’s offered
- Life insurance cover of four times salary, for full-time and part-time staff
- Private medical cover after passing probation
- Pension scheme with matched contributions
- Employee assistance programme with counselling
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric car scheme
- Subsidised staff restaurant
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
