Lead Ophthalmology Scrub Practitioner

We are currently recruiting an experienced Lead Ophthalmology Scrub Practitioner to support our Ophthalmology Service at Cherwell Hospital in Banbury. The successful candidate will have knowledge and skills to participate in several Ophthalmology procedures as well as having experience within clinical leadership.

Job Purpose To assist the Theatre Manager in the responsibility of the delivery, standards and management of patient care within the Theatre. To provide guidance, support and clinical scrub expertise and leadership to the Theatre team within Ophthalmology, while working closely with the senior team to ensure effective use of Theatre resources.

Objectives of the Post

• Assist with organising and managing the activities of the Theatre ensuring an efficient and effective service to all users whilst maintaining high standards of clinical care and safety which will be research/evidence based.
• Provide clinical expertise in specialist area and act as a resource to proactively enhance the service to our clients.
• Lead the theatre team providing clinical and professional advice and support.
• Provide skilled assistance to the surgeons.
• Ensure that the theatre is prepared for use daily in line with quality standards.
• Ensure equipment is maintained/serviced in line with manufacturer’s instructions.
• Liaise with relevant departments to ensure prompt start to operating lists and notify of changes to ensure smooth running.
• Support the clinical governance agenda and care management processes within the department and assist Theatre Manager to provide an efficient and effective service.
• Assist in managing departmental budgeting effectively and efficiently.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing high quality pre- and post-operative patient care.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, team members, Consultants and other hospital department.
• Senior Theatre practitioners who are experienced scrub practitioners may also be expected to act as Surgical First Assistants if they have successfully completed appropriate training.

Patient Care

• Ensure that a high standard of individualised patient care is delivered in all areas.
• Ensure best practice in care delivery and monitor this using current standards.
• Ensure electronic record keeping and paper records are maintained in line with Ramsay Healthcare Governance policies.
• Assist in safety checks to ensure the correct patient has the correct procedure.
• To maintain, review and improve standards and practices based on evidence-based findings.

Management

• Adopt a proactive approach when organising staffing levels on daily and rotational basis.
• Liaise with Theatre Manager on a daily basis to review staffing levels, workload and other organisational issues.
• Ensure that all required documentation is maintained.
• Supporting the Operational management of patient bookings.
• Ensure that staff read and adhere to hospital and departmental policies.
• To be responsible for ensuring maintenance of equipment.
• To be responsible for coordinating and maintaining adequate stock levels.
• To ensure that medicines administration and management is carried out in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Ensure staff maintain high standards of infection control.
• Ensure that the Policy for the Health and Safety at Work Act is adhered to.

Education and Training

• Supervise staff to maintain a safe environment for patients.
• To ensure that staff are trained and competent to carry out delegated duties.
• Demonstrate and encourage critical care awareness.
• To work alongside staff to improve their skills.
• Assist with the assessments and education of staff within the theatre.
• To teach students, trainees and junior staff informally in the theatre environment.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of new ideas and innovations to improve patient care.

Professional

• To assist in ensuring all nursing staff work in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain clinical competence and update competence as required.
• To ensure awareness of theatre and Ramsay wide policies and procedures.

Qualifications / Key Selection Criteria:

• Registered with the NMC or HCPC.
• Excellent time management.
• Supervisory experience and/or demonstrated ability to manage a team.
• Effective communication skills.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Planning and organisation skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Immediate (or Advanced) Life Support.
• ENB 998 or equivalent.
• Diploma/Degree in a health-related subject.
• Strong clinical background as a Scrub Practitioner.
• Significant exposure in a senior role to external stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem solving.

Benefits

• Private Medical Cover.
• Discounted Bupa Dental Insurance.
• Life Assurance (Death in Service).
• Private Pension.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Flexible shift patterns.
• Family friendly policies.
• Volunteer leave.
• Access to our benefits platform.
• Cycle2Work scheme.
• Subsidised staff restaurant.
• Free parking on site.