Operating Department Orderly

NHS Tayside; Dundee; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Tayside is seeking an Operating Department Orderly to join the surgical team at Ninewells Hospital. This full-time role involves supporting patient care during surgical procedures and requires strong communication skills, teamwork, and adherence to healthcare standards. Training will be provided to successful applicants.

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience advantageous but not essential.
• Must achieve mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland.
• Compliance with the Code of Conduct throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Nurses and Operating Department Practitioners in patient care during surgical procedures.
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team within the operating department.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Surgical Directorate

Theatre and Anaesthesia Service

Ninewells Hospital

Operating Department Orderly (ODO) Band 2

Full time Post

An opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the multidisciplinary team within the operating departments of NHS Tayside. The successful applicant may be based on one site but there is an expectation for the post holder to be deployed as required.

You will play an important part in the patient’s journey, working within the operating department and assisting Registered Nurses (RNs) & Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) in the care and treatment of patients undergoing surgical procedures. Healthcare experience would be advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided. Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are essential qualities for this post.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Informal enquiries to: Andrew Hardie, Tel: [phone], Ext 36842

Hours of work are: 37 per week with a commitment to day/night rotation and on-call if required by the clinical area.

Please note: This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.

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