Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible Theatre Practitioner to work in Ormskirk and Southport Hospitals on a part time basis
If you are keen to add to your existing theatre knowledge and are committed to developing and enhancing the quality of care provided in the Operating Theatre environment, then this is the opportunity for you.
The department provides a 24-hour emergency cover, therefore, there will be shift work, weekends, and on call commitment will be required.
Main duties of the job
Personal and professional growth is actively encouraged, and a wide range of career development opportunities are available including professional development support and access to degree modules.
In return we will offer you the opportunity to broaden your existing knowledge of perioperative practice and develop your management skills in a supportive and friendly environment.
As part of our commitment to student ODP's and Nurses, the post holder will be expected to participate in the orientation, supervision and training of junior staff and students. A mentorship qualification is desirable.
This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS (with barred list for Adults and Children's disclosure).
About us
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley Teaching Hospitals and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.
From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals.
The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales.
Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:
- CAREthat is evidence based, high quality and compassionate
- SAFETY that is of the highest standards
- COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful
- SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable
- PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients
Our achievements include:
- Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You should possess:- NMC Registered Nurse Part 1- Registered ODPWe can offer you: Excellent opportunities for professional development
Please make sure that you read the attached job description and personal specification, and that your statement in support reflects this as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Advertising Date: 20th May 2024
Closing Date: 3rd June 2024
Shortlisting Date: 4th June 2023
Proposed Interview Date: W/C 10th June 2024
Please be aware this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applicants is reached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ODP
- Educated to Diploma/Degree level or have equivalent experience
Desirable
- Training & Assessing Course/Mentorship
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Surgical/Theatre Experience
Desirable
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Awareness of Health and Safety. Risk Governance issues.
- Good IT skills
- Knowledge of Trust Corporate Objectives
- Possess an awareness/knowledge of current NHS issues and professional issues
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Southport District General Hospital
Town Lane
Southport
PR8 6PN