Description
The Theatre Practitioner - Orthopaedics will be responsible for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team.
Key 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
- Prepare patients for clinical/operative procedures, both in anaesthetics and surgery
- Provide assistance in clinical/operative procedures, both anaesthetics and surgery
- 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 any faults reported to the Theatre Coordinator
- Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the theatre suite, sharing knowledge and information, and supporting colleagues
Key Skills / Qualifications:
- RN – 1st level Registration Adult and/or Children
- Diploma or Degree in Health Care Studies
- ODP Level 3 NVQ
- ODA 752
- A minimum of 2 years hospital scrub experience is essential
Benefits:
- Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
- Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind
- An enhanced pension plan and life insurance
- Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available
- Various other benefits and online discounts