Senior Theatre Practitioner Band 6

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Telford, Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Telford is seeking Senior Theatre/Anaesthetics/Recovery Practitioners to join their dynamic team. The role involves providing high-quality patient care, leading theatre practices, and fostering a positive learning environment for staff and students. Candidates should demonstrate effective teamwork and a commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Experience in Anaesthetics, Scrub, or Recovery roles is desirable.
• Must foster a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Function as a competent clinical Scrub/Anaesthetic/Recovery Practitioner.
• Deliver direct patient care, coordinating and overseeing theatre practice.
• Utilize resources efficiently to provide high-quality care.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient Safety

Evidence-Based Practices

Job description

Job overview

INTERNAL POST only

We are seeking competent Senior Theatre/Anaesthetics/Recovery Practitioners who can work across various specialties and deputize in the absence of a team leader. Experience in Anaesthetics, Scrub, or Recovery roles is desirable.

The post holder should foster a positive learning environment and actively pursue opportunities for self-development and competency acquisition. Recruitment, training, and staff development are essential for delivering safe, efficient, and timely patient care. Our ethos is 'Building outstanding theatre teams,' with staff development at its core. The Post Holder must serve as an expert resource for clinical staff and students, participating in supervision, training, and support of learners in Theatre.

Delivering high standards of service with a focus on patient safety and quality is paramount. Candidates should demonstrate effective teamwork and adherence to evidence-based practices.

The post holder will be an integral member of the theatre team, providing leadership and guidance, maintaining high standards of practice and care. Collaboration with the Theatre management team to support development and implement positive changes within the department is expected.

Main duties of the job

• Function as a competent clinical Scrub/Anaesthetic/Recovery Practitioner within the designated clinical area.
• Deliver direct patient care, coordinating and overseeing theatre practice.
• Ensure the delivery of clinical activities during their shift.
• Utilize resources efficiently and effectively to provide the highest quality care to patients.

Working for your organisation

The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, has 11 operating theatres: 5 main theatres, 4 in the elective hub, and 2 Maternity Theatres. An on-call team covers the main and maternity theatres 24/7. The hospital services include Trauma & Orthopaedics, ENT, Max-Fax, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Breast surgery, CEPOD, and Maternity.

Our staff and values create a positive and supportive environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Candidates should demonstrate commitment to these values to be successful in their application.