Theatre Practitioner - ODP/ RN - Anaesthetics

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 5 Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) or Registered Nurse (NMC) to come and join our Anaesthetic Team at Glan Clwyd Hospital. This post requires a recognised anaesthetic course/module qualification.

We currently have 12 Theatres throughout the hospital supporting specialisms such as Orthopaedics, Colorectal, ENT, Urology, Gynaecology and Upper GI.

The successful candidate will join a dedicated, hardworking team and develop skills in both adult and children's perioperative journeys. They will also gain experience in Maternity care and outlying areas such as MRI and Resus.

The post holder will work collaboratively and co-operatively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, meeting the needs of the patient whilst under no direct supervision. Assist in the management and organisation of clinical and satellite areas, implementing improvements to working practices as identified by audit/clinical trials. Participate in the education and development of other staff members and students.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based patient care. Clinical expertise is utilised during all phases of the peri-operative period. Skilled assistance is provided in the surgical care of the patient. These skills can also be employed in other areas of Theatre, such as Anaesthetics with the recognised qualification and in other satellite areas such as X-Ray and Obstetrics.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications And/or Knowledge

Essential criteria

• NMC/HCPC registered Operating Department Practitioner at Degree level or equivalent
• Accredited level 5 certificate/module in anaesthetic care if applying for anaesthetic role
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Teaching/Mentoring/assessing qualification
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
  
  

Experience

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of the role within a theatre environment
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Experience in a wide variety of clinical specialities within the operating department
  
  

Aptitude And Abilities

Essential criteria

• Able to consistently demonstrate high quality patient care
• Effective communication skills
• Able to assume delegated responsibilities within a multi-disciplinary setting whilst recognising own dexterity limitations
• Motivated
  
  

Values

Essential Criteria

• Put patients first
• Respectful of others
• Act with understanding of other peoples difficulties
  
  

Other

Essential criteria

• Must be able to participate in out of hours shifts e.g. weekends, nights
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Able to speak Welsh