Cardiothoracic Surgical Care Practitioner – Training & Development

NHS Scotland; Aberdeen; On-site; ZAR 987,000 - 1,425,000; Full time

Job summary

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary's Cardiothoracic Service invites a Surgical Care Practitioner (SCP) to join a busy, multidisciplinary team on a permanent basis. The role covers pre-operative assessment, intra-operative assistance and post-operative management within elective and emergency cardiothoracic pathways.

Applicants should be registered healthcare professionals with substantial post-registration experience in acute surgical or critical care; the post offers a comprehensive training programme,

Qualifications

• Registered healthcare professional with significant post-registration experience in an acute surgical or critical care environment.
• Evidence of advanced clinical skills and excellent communication abilities.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to assessment, treatment and ongoing management of cardiothoracic surgical patients.
• Provide peri-operative care including pre-operative assessment, intra-operative assistance, and post-operative management.
• Engage in service development, quality improvement, teaching and professional leadership activities.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Communication skills

Professional development

Education

Masters in Surgical Care Practice

Job description

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary's Cardiothoracic Service invites a Surgical Care Practitioner (SCP) to join a busy, multidisciplinary team on a permanent basis. The role covers pre-operative assessment, intra-operative assistance and post-operative management within elective and emergency cardiothoracic pathways.

Applicants should be registered healthcare professionals with substantial post-registration experience in acute surgical or critical care; the post offers a comprehensive training programme,