Scrub Nurse/ODP

NTH; Tees Valley; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust is seeking Scrub Nurses/ODP for a Band 5 role in general, gynaecology surgery and orthopaedics. The post is fixed term for 1 year, 37.5 hours per week, and offers a supportive team focused on safe, efficient perioperative care.

Applicants should have 1st Level Registration or NVQ Level 3 in ODP, a teaching certificate, and a nursing/ODP diploma. DBS checks apply and full training is provided where needed.

Qualifikationen

• 1st Level Registration or NVQ Level 3 in Operating Department Practice
• Relevant teaching certificate
• Diploma in Nursing or Operating Department Practice

Aufgaben

• Take charge of a surgical list in general/gynaecology surgery and orthopaedics.
• Coordinate equipment to ensure lists run smoothly and any specimens are labelled correctly.
• Support team in a busy environment and contribute to patient care and safety.

Kenntnisse

ODP qualification

Teaching certificate

Nursing/ODP Diploma

Ausbildung

1st Level Registration or NVQ3 in ODP

Teaching certificate

Diploma in Nursing/ODP

Jobbeschreibung

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Main area Theatres, Anaesthetics & Critical Care Services Grade Band 5 Contract 1 year (fixed term) Hours 37.5 hours per week (full time) Job ref 345-CSU4-8396617

Site University Hospital of Hartlepool Town Hartlepool Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 11/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

The role would be that of a band 5 working in general /gynaecology surgery and orthopaedics A band 5 would be expected to take charge of a list and ensure the patient had the best, safest and efficient experience perioperatively. They would help coordinate the equipment requirements ensuring the list ran smoothly and any specimens taken were dealt with appropriately and labelled correctly.

Main duties of the job

The North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust has exciting opportunities for Scrub Nurses/ODP with part time vacancies.

The successful candidates will be joining a highly successful team that pride themselves at putting patients first.

We are looking for enthusiastic motivated and dynamic individuals who enjoy the challenge of working with a supportive team in a busy environment. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as we offer full training. This is a brilliant chance to join our friendly team in providing a first class service to our patients.

You will work in a supportive atmosphere with huge potential to develop and progress.

Working for our organisation

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.

Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.

We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person specification

Qualifications

• 1st Level Registration OR minimum NVQ Level 3 in Operating Department Practice
• Relevant teaching certificate
• Diploma in Nursing or Operating Department Practice

Experience

• Minimum of 12 months experience in relevant specialist area
• Completion of competency package

Knowledge

• Good understanding of both theory and practice for orthopaedic scrub staff

Important - Once sufficient applications have been received this vacancy may close early.

Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)

It is the policy of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost for their DBS certificate. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay on commencement with the Trust. The DBs check will be undertaken during the pre-employment check screening.

Qualifications Please note the essential qualifications required for the post are outlined within the Person Specification. You are required to provide original evidence of the necessary qualifications for the post at interview should you be shortlisted. You will also be required to provide original copies as part of the pre-employment check screening.

New Starters – Probationary Period

For any new employees commencing employment with North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, you will be subject to satisfactory completion of a 6 month probationary period. Please note that internal applications and individuals that are appointed to fixed term appointments of less than 6 months duration are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or a bank member of staff).

Employment References

As part of our pre-employment screening process, all applicants are required to provide references covering their last three years employment history including any gaps. Applicants are requested to ensure e-mail addresses for all referees are included on their application form. Personal references are not acceptable.

Working Hours

If the hours advertised for the post are up to full time (37.5 hours per week), applications are still welcomed from individuals who may be seeking to work less than full-time hours and all requests will be considered in line with the post being appointed to for the successful applicant.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Everything we do is shaped by our values: Respect, Support, and Collaborate.

At University Hospitals Tees we want our workspaces to be places where everyone feels welcome, valued and safe. We treat people with respect, and we celebrate the differences that make each of us unique.

We welcome applications from everyone, no matter your age, background, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family circumstances or beliefs.

We are here to support you throughout your application and at every stage of your career with us. We believe we work best when we collaborate, learn from each other and build teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Disability

We are a Disability Confident Lead employer. This means we give fair and full consideration to applicants and will offer reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. If you need help with your application, or need the information in a different format, please contact our recruitment team and we will support you.

Right to Work in the UK

The Trust welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the criteria for the role. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless they have permission to work via another route. Non UK/RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here: Work in the UK - GOV.UK ( www.gov.uk )

Please provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Your current immigration status will not be considered as part of the shortlisting or interview process.

Please note that not everyone needs a ‘Skilled Worker’ visa. If you are applying for health or social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.

As a supporter of the Armed Forces and an employer of Reservists, North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust are proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, which is a promise by the nation to ensure that those who serve or who have served in the UK Armed Forces (and their families) are treated fairly.

We recognise that reservists and veterans bring a variety of transferable skills and qualities to our workplace, developed through their military careers. Our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community has been recognised through the Armed Forces Covenant as a Silver Employer.

Further Important Information

Please check your email on a regular basis for updates on your application. If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be invited to email via this method.

Please ensure you read the ‘Guidance Notes for Applicants’ document attached to this advert before completing and submitting your application.

Unfortunately, we are unable to respond to all applicants and those who are not contacted within six weeks of the closing date should assume that their application has been unsuccessful.

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.

Name Christine Edwards Job title Matron Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01429522914 Additional information Richelle Lopez/ Shaun Smith 01429 522911