Nursing Assistant - Cardiothoracic Theatres

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS Trust as a Nursing Assistant in our cardiothoracic theatres. You'll support qualified practitioners, ensuring equipment readiness, maintaining cleanliness, and contributing to high standards of patient care. This role promises job satisfaction by making a real difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others and compassion in patient care required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment availability for surgeons and scrub practitioners.
• Accurately complete patient paperwork and update Hive system.
• Participate in theatre team briefs and WHO checklists.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Health and Safety Standards

Job description

Cardiothoracic theatres are seeking Nursing Assistants to join our team within the 8 Cardiac and thoracic theatres, Anaesthetic rooms, and the recovery area. We specialise in Cardiac and thoracic Surgery, including transplants and Da Vinci Robotic lung Surgery.

The ideal applicant should have a passion for helping others and demonstrate compassion in patient care. Your support and hands-on work will contribute to a positive hospital experience for patients and provide you with job satisfaction, knowing your dedication makes a difference.

Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply.

Your role will be that of a Nursing Assistant supporting qualified theatre practitioners.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Be

• Ensuring equipment is available for surgeons and scrub practitioners, supporting them during procedures.
• Accurately completing patient paperwork and updating the Hive computer system promptly.
• Participating in theatre team briefs and WHO checklists for safer surgery.
• Moving and handling heavy loads such as large trays, equipment, and patient transfers.
• Advocating for patients by maintaining privacy and dignity.
• Maintaining cleanliness in line with Trust policies on Health and Safety and Infection Prevention.
• Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently as needed.
• Anticipating the needs of the surgical team.
• Promoting health and safety standards, including risk identification and safe work practices.
• Providing high standards of infection control using appropriate techniques.
• Contributing to effective team working to achieve shared goals.

About MFT:

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, with a turnover of £2.8bn, serving over 1 million patients annually. We bring together 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester, Trafford, and beyond, fostering collaboration and transformation. Our organisation is digitally enabled, with systems like Hive, launched in September 2022, to improve care and operational efficiency.

We are a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, supporting high-quality research and innovation. Our Green Plan reflects our commitment to sustainability. At MFT, we promote inclusion, equal opportunities, and staff wellbeing, shaping a future-focused healthcare environment.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Audrey Hannah
Job Title: Theatre Lead
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]