Orthopaedic Pre-Op Assessment Specialist

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Chester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is seeking a proactive professional for its Pre-Operative Assessment Unit. You will assess adults prior toOrthopaedic surgery, work within a multidisciplinary team, and ensure efficient, patient-centred care with robust governance and safety practices.

Responsibilities include system-wide coordination, clinical assessment, and deputising for the Unit Manager when required.

Qualifications

• Recognised Physical assessment qualification or prior experiential learning in operative assessment.
• Experience in Pre-Operative Assessment, Orthopaedics or Pre-Operative Assessment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Operatively assess a wide spectrum of adult patients prior to orthopaedic surgery and provide high standards of care.
• Work with multidisciplinary team to ensure resources are used effectively and comply with infection control and safety protocols.
• Expedite quality issues relating to service delivery and develop patient-specific pathways prior to admission.
• Provide expert technical knowledge to assess patients before surgery and anaesthetic.
• Deputise for Unit Manager in their absence.

Skills

Physical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Clinical governance

Risk management

Anatomy knowledge

Flexible hours

Education

Degree/Diploma in nursing or therapies or assessment

Job description

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is seeking a proactive professional for its Pre-Operative Assessment Unit. You will assess adults prior toOrthopaedic surgery, work within a multidisciplinary team, and ensure efficient, patient-centred care with robust governance and safety practices.

Responsibilities include system-wide coordination, clinical assessment, and deputising for the Unit Manager when required.