Theatre Assistant

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Theatre Assistant role at Ysbyty Gwynedd Operating Theatres in North Wales is part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality perioperative care. Starting at Band 2 with progression to Band 3 upon in-house competencies; direct Band 3 for candidates with theatre experience.

Welsh language skills are desirable, and applications in Welsh are welcomed and treated equally. New starters join via a preceptorship programme and will work across the theatre environment, carrying out duties in

Qualifications

• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision to a high standard.
• Maintains composure in stressful situations to deliver safe care.
• Displays caring and compassionate approach to patients.
• Plans and prioritises own and others’ workloads.
• Able to use Microsoft Office and virtual platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for delivery of high standard care within the theatre complex.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure non-discriminatory care.
• Follow unit policies and procedures and maintain patient safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Calm under pressure

Compassionate care

Organisational skills

Tech literacy

Physical fitness

Education

Level 3 health care qualification

Level 3 perioperative support (desirable)

Job description

Job Overview

Looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Want a job where no two days are the same?

We need highly motivated and suitably dedicated personnel for the available position as a Theatre Assistant working in Ysbyty Gwynedd Operating Theatres.

All new starters will be supported via the preceptorship programme that is available within the department.

The role is initially appointed at Band 2, with progression to Band 3 upon successful completion of in-house competencies. Candidates who can demonstrate existing theatre competence and meet the Band 3 requirements may be appointed directly to Band 3.

Providing support for the delivery of higher standard care to patients within the theatre complex. To work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the theatre, ensuring that patient care is non-discriminatory and non-prejudicial and of a high standard.

To carry out tasks in accordance with unit policies and procedures.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Level 3 qualification in health care related subject or equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
• Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
• Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a Healthcare setting for example the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentially for example General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)

Desirable criteria

• Level 3 qualification in perioperative support/or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment providing direct patient care

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
• Experience of working within the NHS

Skills

Essential criteria

• Good communication skills - verbal and written with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively
• Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
• Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
• Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
• Organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently
• Ability to use technology to undertake the role, for example Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as Teams
• Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility and performing other manual tasks.

Desirable criteria

• Welsh language skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh

Other

Essential criteria

• Enhanced DBS clearance including Adults and Children's barred list check
• Ability to work a range of shift patterns