Description
We are seeking a skilled Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) to join our team at Practice Plus Group Hospital Ilford. As a Bank Operating Department Practitioner, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary theatre team, providing expert care across the perioperative environment.
Your main duties will include:
- Delivering high standards of perioperative patient care
- Working across Anaesthetics, Scrub and Recovery as required
- Preparing theatre and anaesthetic rooms for daily operating lists
- Supporting safe patient transfer and handover processes
- Assisting with the management of instruments, consumables and equipment
- Monitoring stock levels and supporting stock control activities
- Maintaining accurate patient records and documentation
- Supporting infection prevention and clinical governance initiatives
- Participating in teaching, supervision and departmental development activities
- Working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and multidisciplinary colleagues
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- HCPC or NMC registration and degree in Operating Department Practice or equivalent professional qualification
- Minimum of 2 years' UK post-qualification experience across Anaesthetics, Scrub and PACU/Recovery
- Competence across all perioperative areas and surgical specialties
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent patient record-keeping and documentation skills
- Experience using Microsoft Outlook and Excel
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and as part of a team
In return, you can expect:
- A bank rate of £28.37 per hour
- Flexible shifts to suit your availability
- Opportunity to work within a high performing clinical team
- Supportive working environment focused on quality patient care
- The chance to make a real difference to patients and colleagues alike