Description
We are seeking a Senior Theatre Practitioner Scrub – Cardiac Thoracic to join our team at Bupa Cromwell Hospital in South West London.
The successful candidate will provide skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team, participating in the assessment of patient care needs and implementing and maintaining agreed standards of care.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the positioning and preparation of patients as directed by the surgical team
- Help control cross-infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilization procedures, and asepsis
- Participate in induction and orientation programs for new staff
- Assist team leaders in the personal development plans of junior staff
- Prepare patients for clinical/operative procedures
- Provide assistance in clinical/operative procedures
- Provide immediate post-operative care
- Provide initial emergency care as required
- Take charge of the clinical area in the absence of an advanced practitioner
- Ensure all equipment is checked prior to use and report any faults
- Participate fully as a team member, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues
Key Skills/Qualifications:
- RN – 1st level Registration Adult and/or Children
- HCPC OR NMC registered
- Minimum of 5 years Scrub Cardiac Thoracic experience
- Diploma or Degree in Health Care Studies
- ODP Level 3 NVQ
- ODA 752
Benefits:
- Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service
- Enhanced pension and life insurance
- Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work
- Discounted access to online gym sessions
- Annual Health Services Bonus Scheme
- Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind
- Option to join dental insurance scheme at a discounted rate
- Access to our Digital GP platform on your mobile
- Emotional wellbeing support
- Access to family mental health line
- Financial wellbeing channels
- Support for carers
As a Bupa employee, you will receive a one-off Golden Hello of £3000, or £5000 towards Domestic Relocation Costs (if applicable).