Assistant Theatre Practitioner/ HCSW St. Peters Theatres

We are looking for candidates with excellent communication skills, a desire to learn and passion to develop and improve. Previous theatre experience is welcome, but experience from within an acute setting in the NHS is necessary, with a care certificate issued by the Trust being a requirement to move to band 3.

If you are enthusiastic, motivated and looking for an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of dedicated staff then this unique opportunity to join our theatre team at Ashford and St Peters NHS Foundation Trust could be for you!

Full training and support will be given and we offer many opportunities for further career progression.

Main duties of the job Working as a Healthcare Support Worker (Assistant Theatre Practitioner) in a Theatre environment within the hospital setting. Carry out assigned tasks involved with patient care as delegated by the Theatre Team Leader whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients. To assist in the provision of high-quality fundamental care to patients whilst supporting the Theatre Team in all areas of Main Theatre, Recovery and Anaesthetics. This will be whilst demonstrating excellent care, compassion and communication and to be guided by the Theatre Competency Pack.

Job responsibilities Successful candidates will work under the direction and supervision of professional staff, help to implement the safe care of patients in the Theatre complex. Utilise appropriate moving and handling aids to reduce the risk of injury to the patients, others and themselves. Ad-hoc tasks as may be required from time to time at the instruction of qualified staff but within your limitations and guidelines including collecting patients and theatre cleaning. Communicate effectively with all members of the Main Theatre, recovery and Anaesthetics Team. Ensure documentation is completed correctly, including Surrey Safe Care Peri-operative tracking, Integrated Care Pathway (ICP) including WHO Checklists. Assist with the tidiness and promoting cleanliness of all patient areas, including equipment rooms and storerooms, and take appropriate care of furniture and equipment. Ensure beds and equipment are properly cleaned between patient use as per IPC guidelines. Support ward areas as and when required during staff shortages and upon completion of upskilling program.

Benefits We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits & discounts.

Person Specification Essential Skills:

• Effective communication
• Required IT skills
• Ability to provide excellent patient centred care

Desirable Skills:

• Extended skills such as venepuncture, cannulation and undertaking ECGs
• Basic life support training.
• Experience working in a sterile/aseptic clinical environment.