Ophthalmic Theatre Practitioner - Flexible Bank Shifts

Community Eye Care Chec; Worthing; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Eye Care CHEC is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join our flexible bank roster across the UK. You will undertake preoperative assessment, diagnostics, and theatre scrub in ophthalmic care, following AfPP good practice guidance.

We value patient-centred care and teamwork. Applicants should have ophthalmic theatre experience, and hold RN with NMC registration or ODP with HCPC registration. Strong communication and a passion for high-quality patient safety are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Focus on patient-centric care, participating in the entire pathways for all patients from pre-admission, surgery, and post-operative management.
• Undertake preoperative assessment, diagnostics testing, and theatre scrub under AfPP good practice guidance.
• Establish a compassionate environment by providing support to patients, friends, and families.
• Assist surgeons in the delivery of ophthalmic care and manage admission and discharge of patients.
• Participate in departmental audits and continuous improvement.
• Be pro-active and keen to learn, delivering high-quality care with teamwork.

Skills

Theatre practitioner

Ophthalmic care

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Education

RN with NMC Registration

ODP with HCPC Registration

Job description

Community Eye Care CHEC is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join our flexible bank roster across the UK. You will undertake preoperative assessment, diagnostics, and theatre scrub in ophthalmic care, following AfPP good practice guidance.

We value patient-centred care and teamwork. Applicants should have ophthalmic theatre experience, and hold RN with NMC registration or ODP with HCPC registration. Strong communication and a passion for high-quality patient safety are essential.