PS207764 - Clinical/Practice Education Facilitator

NHS National Services Scotland; Elgin; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dynamic Senior Theatre Practitioner with a passion for clinical education. This role involves supporting a diverse theatre team, delivering education, and enhancing the skills of both staff and students. The ideal candidate will be committed to quality improvement and have the initiative to drive change in a challenging yet rewarding environment. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the peri-operative setting. Join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in healthcare.

Benefits

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Nationally recognised training

Opportunities for quality improvement projects

Attendance at relevant conferences

Qualifications

• Competent in perioperative practice with a focus on education.
• Experience in delivering education to teams in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver induction courses for new team members.
• Liaise with universities for student training and mentorship.

Skills

Perioperative practice

Clinical education

Team collaboration

Quality improvement

Education

BSc level education

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.

Job Title

We are looking for a NMC/HCPC registered Senior Theatre Practitioner with an interest in Clinical Education.

Hours: Monday to Friday 0800-1800 x 3 plus 1 x 0800-1700 shift per week

Your choice, Your career

What can we do for you?

1. Provide nationally recognised training in liaison with NHS Grampian’s Regional Theatre Academy. There is an expectation that the successful applicant works alongside the theatre academy.
2. Opportunities to make a difference with quality improvement projects.
3. Support to continue a career in theatre and beyond.
4. Provide support to allow you to undertake one of the most rewarding roles in the peri-operative environment.
5. Attendance at relevant conferences with team members to enhance their learning.

What can you do for us?

1. Be educated BSc level or willing to undertake this level of study to fall in line with national standards.
2. Be competent in most areas of perioperative practice and willing to develop competence in the rest.
3. Have a proven interest in the provision of education across a large team.
4. Have experience of delivering education in a peri-operative setting, with an interest in developing perioperative practitioners to their highest potential.
5. Develop and deliver induction courses for all new starts and ensure these are completed in a timely, supported manner.
6. Act as the liaison for university and in house training delivery, for student nurses and ODPs. Allocating appropriate mentors and coordinating the educational needs of each student.
7. Have lots of ideas about educational support and delivery in a large team, enthusiasm and be ready to liaise with the dynamic team in the Regional Theatre Academy.
8. Enjoy the idea of working in one of the most dynamic and challenging environments available.
9. Have the confidence to work towards and make improvements to a large team of individuals comprising all levels of needs, from students to senior staff with 35+ years of experience.
10. Work predominantly Monday – Friday but be prepared to be flexible as the demands of the service dictate and educational needs are identified.

The theatre team at Dr Grays Hospital is looking to recruit a dynamic, innovative person centred Clinical Educator to support the established theatre team that covers a wide range of clinical specialties. The ideal candidate must have a proven interest in delivering education to teams and supporting staff and students at all levels and stages.

The successful candidate must be ready to learn, teach, progress, liaise and be willing to spearhead change. This is a role that requires initiative and drive and we would look for evidence of this at interview.

An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates.

Informal enquiries to: Karen Hughes, Senior Charge Nurse of DGH Theatres Department. Email: [e-mail] or Tel: [phone].

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