Senior Anaesthetic Practitioner

Barts Health NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Barts Health NHS Trust in London is seeking a Band 6 Anaesthetic Practitioner for Smithfield General Theatre and Cath Lab, joining a specialist multidisciplinary team delivering anaesthetic support for general and cardiac procedures.

The role requires HCPC registration or nursing registration, and a Diploma/Degree in Operating Department Practice, with post-qualification anaesthetic experience and teaching capability.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or HCPC registration required.
• Diploma/Degree in Operating Department Practice (ODP).
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Teaching/Mentorship qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing specialist anaesthetic support in general theatres and Cath Lab.
• Prepare and check anaesthetic equipment, drugs and airway devices.
• Support anaesthetist during perioperative period.
• Assist with airway management, induction and maintenance of anaesthesia.
• Monitor patients and respond to changes in condition.
• Support procedures under general anaesthesia, sedation and regional blocks.
• Provide anaesthetic support for general surgery and complex cardiac cases.
• Respond to intraoperative emergencies and ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with wide multidisciplinary team for safe care.
• Support development of junior staff and participate in appraisal.
• Contribute to governance, audit and service improvement.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Planning

Prioritise clinical need

Technical anaesthetic skills

Manage difficult situations

Initiative

Communication (oral & written)

Education

Operating Department Practice (ODP)

Job description

Job overview

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.

We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one-size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

General Theatres & Cath Lab

Smithfield General Theatre and Cath Lab

Barts Heart Centre, St Bartholomew's Hospital

Band 6 | Full Time

Are you an experienced Anaesthetic Practitioner looking for your next Band 6 opportunity?

Smithfield General Theatre and Cath Lab are seeking a highly skilled, motivated and experienced Band 6 Anaesthetic Practitioner to join our specialist multidisciplinary team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across general theatres and the cardiac catheter laboratory, providing high-quality anaesthetic support to patients undergoing a diverse range of surgical and highly specialised cardiac procedures.

You will work closely with Consultant Anaesthetists, Surgeons, Cardiologists, Electrophysiologists, Nurses, Operating Department Practitioners, Physiologists and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and compassionate care.

Main duties of the job

The Band 6 Anaesthetic Practitioner, you will be responsible for providing specialist anaesthetic support in general theatres and the Cath Lab.

• Preparing and checking anaesthetic equipment, drugs and airway equipment prior to procedures.
• Providing skilled support to the anaesthetist throughout the perioperative period.
• Assisting with airway management, induction and maintenance of anaesthesia.
• Monitoring patients and recognising and responding appropriately to changes in their clinical condition.
• Supporting patients undergoing procedures under general anaesthesia, sedation and regional anaesthesia as appropriate.
• Providing anaesthetic support for general surgery and complex cardiac procedures within the Cath Lab.
• Responding effectively to clinical emergencies within the theatre and Cath Lab environments.
• Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient and patient-centred care.
• Supporting the development of junior staff and contributing to a positive learning environment. This includes taking part in the appraisal process.
• Contributing to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service development.

Specialist Cardiac and EP Experience

Within the Cath Lab, you may support a range of intervention and complex electrophysiology and cardiac procedures.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to maintain and develop your specialist anaesthetic skills while working within a highly advanced cardiac service.

Working for our organisation

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm‑free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment.

Person specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse or HCPC
• Diploma/Degree in Operating Department Practice
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Teaching/Mentorship qualification

Desirable criteria

• Leadership qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Anaesthetic experience in relevant clinical areas
• Experience Teaching Others

Desirable criteria

• Experience leading others
• Experience with quality/service improvement

Skills

Essential criteria

• Ability to work as a team member and use own initiative
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Planning, delivering and evaluating care
• Ability to prioritize clinical need
• Technical skill associated with Anaesthetic, including emergency situations
• Able to manage difficult situations
• Able to use initiative
• Proven communication skills both oral and in writing

Visa Sponsorship Information

This role is subject to UK immigration requirements. Where sponsorship is required, applicants must meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa in accordance with current UK Visas and Immigration rules, including any salary, qualification, and role-specific requirements applicable at the time of appointment. Candidates who require sponsorship will only be considered where the post is eligible and where all sponsorship criteria can be met. Evidence of the right to work in the UK will be required before appointment. Please note that for roles employed under Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions, the High‑Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) is not included when calculating the basic salary for the purposes of sponsorship.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals' who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate.

Barts Health is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and to child protection. The Trust aims to ensure as far as is possible that anyone, paid or unpaid, who seeks to work in our organisation and who gains access to children, is safe to do so. As such, you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check as part of the recruitment process if appointed to a post with direct access to children or vulnerable adults.

Barts Health promotes active travel as part of its goal to reach Net Zero. Each site is accessible by public transport and the Trust has a cycle to work scheme and some sites have Brompton Hire Pods.