Bank Ophthalmic Theatre Practitioner

NHS; Worthing; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join their team in Worthing. The role focuses on delivering patient-centric care throughout the surgical process, requiring previous ophthalmic theatre experience and relevant professional certifications. The successful candidate will work in a supportive environment, ensuring high standards of patient safety and care.

Qualifications

• Previous ophthalmic theatre experience required.
• Relevant professional development evidenced by certification.
• Up-to-date knowledge in your area of practice.

Responsibilities

• Establish a compassionate environment for patients and families.
• Assist surgeons in delivering ophthalmic care.
• Participate in departmental audits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patient safety

Teamwork

Education

RN with valid NMC Registration

ODP with HCPC Registration

Tools

PC proficiency

Job description

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of eye health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help.

Main duties of the job

The key responsibilities of the Theatre Practitioner will be to focus on patient-centric care, participating in the entire pathway for all patients from pre-admission, surgery, and post-operative management. You will be an experienced Theatre Practitioner undertaking preoperative assessment, diagnostics testing, and theatre scrub under AfPP good practice guidance.

About us

Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care. CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients access to essential procedures and helping achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based healthcare services across England, including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology.

CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All employees are expected to share this commitment and adhere to CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken according to NHS Employment Standards, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Job responsibilities

• Establish a compassionate environment by supporting patients, friends, and families.
• Prepare clinical areas for activities.
• Assist surgeons in delivering ophthalmic care.
• Manage the admission and discharge of patients.
• Participate in departmental audits.
• Be proactive, eager to learn, and passionate about delivering quality care.
• Demonstrate effective listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively within a team environment.

Person Specification

Experience

• Previous ophthalmic theatre experience is required.
• Relevant professional development, preferably evidenced by certification RN with valid NMC Registration or ODP with HCPC Registration.
• Up-to-date knowledge in your area of practice.
• Proficient in using a PC, including relevant software and systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passion for delivering first-rate patient safety and care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to ensure compliance with safety standards, including an Enhanced DBS check.