Description
We are seeking a Bank Surgical First Assistant to join our team at Practice Plus Group in Ilford. As a Bank Surgical First Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of safe, efficient and high-quality surgical services.
You will work alongside leading Consultants and multidisciplinary teams, supporting a wide range of surgical procedures while delivering exceptional patient care. Your main duties will include:
- Working as an advanced practitioner within the operating department
- Supporting Consultants as a Surgical First Assistant during surgical procedures
- Assisting with patient positioning, prepping and surgical exposure
- Supporting haemostasis, tissue retraction, suction and camera manipulation as appropriate
- Preparing and maintaining theatre equipment, instruments and consumables
- Supervising and supporting junior colleagues and students
- Contributing to clinical governance, audit, KPI monitoring and service improvement initiatives
- Supporting efficient theatre utilisation and patient flow
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation
- Participating in education, mentorship and professional development activities
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- A nationally recognised AfPP-approved Surgical First Assistant qualification
- Specialist theatre qualification such as ENB 183/176 or equivalent
- Teaching qualification
- Minimum 2 years' operating theatre experience
- Experience managing or leading teams within a clinical environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure
- Strong understanding of multidisciplinary team working and clinical governance
In return, you can expect:
- A bank rate of £28.57 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