Theatre Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Theatre Support Worker to join their friendly team at a state-of-the-art hospital. In this role, you'll support qualified nurses in caring for patients post-surgery, ensuring a high standard of patient care and safety. Your responsibilities will include preparing theatres, coordinating supplies, and maintaining equipment. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE education or equivalent required.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare theatres for surgery and maintain patient records.
• Assist in admission, recovery, and discharge of patients.
• Decontaminate all equipment after each procedure.

Skills

Patient focused

Flexibility

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Education

Minimum GCSE education or equivalent

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Care Certificate

Job description

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One Hatfield Hospital, Hertfordshire, has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Theatre Support Worker to work with our friendly Theatre team in a state-of-the-art environment, supporting consultants at the top of their field.

Reporting to the Theatre Manager, the successful Theatre Support Worker will assist the qualified nurses to care for patients following surgical, investigative or medical procedures in line with national guidelines, hospital policies and best practice standards in the Theatre setting, including:

• You will be responsible for preparing theatres for surgery including the cleaning of theatre and recovery areas, collecting and escorting patients and maintaining appropriate patient records
• Participating in admission, recovery and discharge of patients, in accordance with unit policies and patient pathways, reporting to qualified staff as directed.
• Co-ordinating the use of the supplies and equipment during a list and in the immediate post-operative phase of care ensuring the equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner
• Participating effectively in the preparation, maintenance, cleaning and disinfecting of all equipment and procedure rooms.
• Decontaminating all equipment after each procedure

Hours: 37.5 per week; shifts between Monday-Saturday.

Theatre Support Worker

Qualifications:

• Minimum GCSE education or equivalent
• NVQ or equivalent, Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care preferred
• Care Certificate

Experience:

• Ability to learn and develop and undertake appropriate NVQ or equivalent training
• Clinical experience in a surgical theatre setting desirable.
• Experience of decontamination desirable

Skills:

• Patient focused; able to deliver a high standard of customer care
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
• Basic computer skills
• Sound written and verbal communication skills

Theatre Support Worker

About the Hospital

One Hatfield Hospital is Hertfordshire's newest private hospital and is home to specialist rehabilitation Physiotherapy and outpatient diagnostic facilities including fast-track access to X-ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound.

In September 2023, we joined with Phoenix Hospital Group, a leading London based private healthcare group. Phoenix provide exceptional patient centred care with three state-of-the-art medical facilities in the Harley Street Medical Precinct in Central London and one in Chelmsford, Essex.

One Hatfield is ideally located for candidates around the Hatfield, St Albans, Stevenage, Watford, North London, Essex and throughout Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.

Our Recruitment Process

At One Hatfield Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

One Hatfield Hospital is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. They will also be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

One Hatfield Hospital reserves the right to remove job adverts before the closing date.