Theatre Support Worker - Theatres Gynae and Urology

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is looking for a dedicated Theatre Support Worker to join their dynamic Gynae and Urology Team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide essential support in a fast-paced theatre environment. You will receive comprehensive training through a mandatory 4-week Academy, ensuring you are well-equipped to advocate for patients and assist with various theatre responsibilities. With a commitment to patient care and safety, this position promises a rewarding career path in the healthcare sector. Join a supportive team where your contributions make a real difference!

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday

Relocation package

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on services and products

Qualifications

• Completion of a 4-week Healthcare Support Worker Academy.
• Extensive training across the department with clinical educators.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient preparation and collection before surgery.
• Monitor patients pre-surgery and maintain a safe environment.
• Handle sensitive information securely.

Skills

Patient Care

Sterile Equipment Setup

Monitoring Patients

Stock Management

Education

Healthcare Support Worker Academy

Tools

Theatre Equipment

Job description

Theatre Support Worker - Theatres Gynae and Urology

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Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Theatre Support Worker to join our Gynae and Urology Team. Our department is dynamic and fast-paced, with no two days the same. After completing a 4-week Healthcare Support Worker Academy, you will receive extensive training across the department with support from our in-house clinical educators. You will also work towards completing a theatres skills book to ensure the best patient care.

Working Hours

Our shift pattern is Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm, with occasional 8 am to 8 pm shifts. Please note, attendance at the full-time, 4-week Academy is mandatory at the start of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in patient preparation and collection before surgery, acting as a patient advocate in theatre.
• Monitor patients pre-surgery.
• Assist with sterile equipment setup and maintenance as a theatre runner.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment following protocols.
• Set up and maintain theatre equipment.
• Manage stock levels within the theatre.
• Handle tissue samples and document appropriately.
• Handle sensitive information securely.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• NHS Pension Scheme with retirement benefits and dependants' benefits.
• 27 days holiday, increasing to 33 days based on NHS service.
• Relocation package up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) for eligible roles.
• Paid and unpaid leave options.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support.
• NHS Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Discounts on various services and products.

For more information on benefits, visit the Trust's Staff Benefits pages.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, contact Nicola Hudson, Team Leader, at 01904 724558.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care