Scrub Nurse/ODP - Theatres & Orthopaedics (Band 5)

NTH; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

ODP qualification

Teaching certificate

Nursing/ODP Diploma

Education

1st Level Registration or NVQ3 in ODP

Teaching certificate

Diploma in Nursing/ODP

Job description

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.