Description
The Theatre Support Worker is a core member of the team delivering direct care to patients and supporting registered practitioners to deliver high-quality, compassionate healthcare.
You will carry out a range of clinical and non-clinical healthcare tasks under supervision, in accordance with the Trust values.
The post is based mainly in Theatres but may require work in PACU/ADSU and other units.
Key responsibilities:
- Obtain consent prior to giving care
- Participate in patient transfer and positioning
- Meet patients' hygiene needs
- Maintain patient privacy and dignity
- Practice safe standards of care
- Provide clinical care in accordance with infection prevention and health and safety policies
- Escort and support patients during the peri-operative period
- Assist in maintaining a clean environment
- Prepare equipment and sets for procedures
Training and development:
- Undertake the Trust's corporate and local induction
- Complete mandatory training
- Undertake Theatre competencies
- Successful completion of the Care Certificate
Professional requirements:
- Demonstrate respect for privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
- Act within limits of competence
- Maintain own skills, knowledge, and competence
- Participate in team discussions and meetings
Administrative tasks:
- Competent in IT systems
- Participate in induction and orientation of new staff
- Comply with Trust policy regarding information governance
The salary for this role is £25,272 to £27,476 per year.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.