Advanced Surgical First Assistant - Perioperative Expert

VerseOne Group; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting an Advanced Surgical First Assistant. The post involves applying specialist clinical knowledge to provide autonomous practice across surgical settings and support the surgeon with operative procedures.

The role requires thorough NHS MDT collaboration, completion of specialist training, and adherence to NMC/HCPC guidelines. Closing date 11 November 2026 and the post is based in an NHS environment.

Qualifications

• NMC registered with active practice and specialist training.
• Evidence of completion of specialist training or equivalent.
• Broad training and experience in the specialty.
• Comprehensive knowledge of NHS structures, MDT roles and relationships.
• Knowledge of research/audit principles and applying outcomes.
• Ability to apply research to clinical/surgical problems.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Advanced communication course completed.
• Able to develop effective working relationships across the MDT.
• Able to organise and prioritise workload.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Professional indemnity insurance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct care to patients within their caseload per policies and guidelines.
• Practice within Surgical First Assistant parameters, adhering to NMC/HCPC codes and trust policies.
• Maintain core and specific clinical competencies and pursue additional training as needed.
• Participate in user groups, forums and MDT meetings weekly.
• Engage in research-based practice.
• Undertake pre-operative assessment to identify peri-operative needs.
• Report and manage pre-operative concerns empathetically.
• Possess advanced knowledge of operative stages and anatomy to assist the surgeon.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written skills

Advanced communication course

Ability to develop effective working关系

Education

NMC Registered

Evidence of completion of specialist training or equivalent

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting an Advanced Surgical First Assistant. The post involves applying specialist clinical knowledge to provide autonomous practice across surgical settings and support the surgeon with operative procedures.

The role requires thorough NHS MDT collaboration, completion of specialist training, and adherence to NMC/HCPC guidelines. Closing date 11 November 2026 and the post is based in an NHS environment.