Operating Department Practitioner/RN (Anaesthetics)

NHS; Wales; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Glan Clwyd Hospital in North Wales, part of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (NHS), seeks an HCPC/NMC registered Anaesthetic ODP/RN Band 5 to join the theatre team. This permanent, full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week with shift patterns including early, late, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

You will work in a busy general district hospital, participate in anaesthetic, surgical and post-anaesthetic care, contribute to education and development, and collaborate with a

Qualifications

• HCPC/NMC Registration (UK) or equivalent/level 5 certificate (anaesthetic care)
• Experience working in theatres across a wide range of surgical specialties
• Teaching/mentoring qualification or experience
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in peri-operative care

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based peri-operative patient care.
• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team in anaesthetic, surgical and post-operative phases.
• Assist in management and organisation of clinical and satellite areas; contribute to service improvements.
• Participate in training and development of other staff; utilise clinical skills across peri-operative care.

Skills

HCPC/NMC registration

Theatres experience

Teaching/mentoring

Professional development

Welsh speaking

Education

HCPC/NMC registration (UK)

Job description

Band 5

Main area Anaesthetic ODP/ RN (Anaesthetics) Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shifts to include early, late, on calls, weekends, nights and bank holidays) Job ref 050-AHP210-1126

Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Glan Clwyd Hospital Town Bodelwyddan Salary per annum Closing 25/11/2026 23:59

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Job overview

L ooking for a challenging and rewarding role? Do you have the skills and motivation to join our dynamic team? We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, qualified and HCPC/NMC registered Anaesthetic ODP or RN (with an anaesthetic qualification) to join our Theatre team in Glan Clwyd Hospital.

Glan Clwyd Hospital a busy General District Hospitallocated in the beautiful county of Denbighshire with immediate access to the main route in and out of North Wales (A55) providing excellent links to the Snowdonia National Park and the Llyn Peninsula.

Our skilled Anaesthetic team cover a wide range of specialities including: Maxillo Facial, Urology, Colorectal, Vascular, Gynaecology, Breast, ENT, Trauma, Orthopaedics, Emergency and Obstetrics. Other areas covered are Ophthalmic theatres, pain clinic, community dentals, ECT, MRI, CT, Gastro and cardio version lists.

Anaesthetic ODP's/Anaesthetic RN's are part of the hospital cardiac arrest/trauma team and respond to emergency bleeps whilst working closely with the ITU, supporting internal and external patient/critical care transfers. All practitioners are encouraged to participate in the training and development of students and also to enable their own personal development.

Main duties of the job

T he post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based patient care. Clinical expertise is utilised during all phases of the peri-operative period. Skilled assistance is provided in the anaesthetic, surgical and the post operative care of the patient.

The post holder will work collaboratively and co-operatively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, meeting the needs of the patient whilst under no direct supervision. Assist in the management and organisation of clinical and satellite areas, implementing improvements to working practices as identified by audit/clinical trials. Participate in the education and development of other staff members.

The post holder will have the opportunity and will be encouraged and supported to utilise their clinical skills during the anaesthetic, surgical and post anaesthetic care phases of the peri-operative period.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

I f you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Person specification

Qualifications/Experience

• HCPC/NMC Registration (UK) Degree level or equivalent/level 5 certificate (anaesthetic care) ic


• Previous experience of working in theatres covering a wide variety of surgical specialities


• Teaching / Mentoring Qualification


• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Skills

• Can demonstrate and evidence high quality patient care


• Welsh speaking


• Motivated


• Able to assume delegated responsibilities within a multi-disciplinary setting whilst recognising own dexterity limitations


• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Values

• Puts patients first


• Respectful of others

Other

• Able to participate in out of hours/weekends/nights & on call shifts


• Ability to speak Welsh

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.