Lead Anaesthetics & Resuscitation Practitioner – Brand New Private Hospital
£50,000 DOE + Competitive Company Benefits
Oxford
Full-Time/ Permanent - 40 Hours
Want to be a key part in the opening and success of a BRAND NEW and state of the art hospital
?
Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience
.
Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurolog
y.
This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisati
on.
Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can
be.
Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between special
ties.
Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to
excel.
If you’re looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and shared success, we’d love to hear fr
om you.
What is in it
* for you?
Generous Annual Bonu
* s SchemePaid for park
* and rideGreat work-lif
* e balanceProfessional registration paid for
* annuallyPersonal Develop
* ment Plan27 Days Annual Leave + Bank
* HolidaysPrivate Medical
* Insuranc
* eEye CareAnnual Flu
* VaccinesPrivat
* e PensionSeason Ticket Loan / Cycle to Wo
* rk SchemeEmployee Assistance
* ProgrammeAND a range of policies supporting health and
wellbeing
Responsi
bilities:
The Lead– Anaesthetics & Resuscitation is a senior clinical role focused on delivering expert anaesthetic support across the full range of day-case procedures at Welbeck Oxford. The post holder is also the Hospital lead for resuscitation, overseeing emergency preparedness, equipment readiness, and staf
f training.
Anaesthe
* tic PracticeAssist consultant anaesthetists across all day-case procedures, including general anaesthesia, regional, and sedatio
* n techniquesPrepare, check, and maintain all anaesthetic equipment and consumables before each list in line with AAGBI/RCo
* A guidelinesPerform Level 2 anaesthesia machine checks and maintain accurate ser
* vice recordsSupport airway management including intubation, LMA, RSI, and difficult airw
* ay scenariosSet up monitoring equipment including arterial lines, CVP lines, and nerve blo
* ck equipmentPrepare and label anaesthetic drugs under consultant direction, following controlled dr
* ug protocolsAssist with regional anaesthesia including spinal, epidural, and peripheral
* nerve blocksMonitor the patient throughout the anaesthetic phase and escalate conce
* rns promptlyComplete accurate, timely documentation of the anaesth
* etic episodeHand over patients safely to the recovery team at the end of ea
* ch procedureMaintain patient dignity and provide reassuranc
* e throughoutAdhere to HCPC professional standards and Welbeck clinical policies
at all times
Resuscitation Lead Res
* ponsibilitiesAct as the designated Resuscitation Lead for the Hospital, in line with Resuscitation Council
* UK guidelinesAudit and maintain all resuscitation equipment including crash trolleys, defibrillators, and emergency air
* way equipmentCoordinate and deliver ILS and BLS training for theatre staff, ensuring mandatory compete
* ncies are metKeep accurate records of staff training, competency dates,
* and renewalsLiaise with external providers to ensure ALS access for r
* elevant staffLead debriefs following any resuscitation event and ensure learning is document
* ed and sharedReview and update emergency action cards and resuscitation SOPs in line with cur
* rent guidanceEnsure emergency equipment (difficult airway trolley, MH kit, anaphylaxis pack) is checke
* d and in dateLead simulated emergency drills to maintain staff
* preparednessRespond as first clinical responder to intra-operative emergencies including cardiac arrest, anaphy
laxis, and MH
Leadership &a
* mp; ManagementCover for the Theatre Manager/Team Leader when required, reporting to the Cl
* inical ManagerSupervise, mentor, and develop junior ODPs and theatre staff, focusing on anaesthetic and em
* ergency skillsManage team rostering an
* d annual leaveInduct new anaesthetists and theatre staff, covering emergency equipment
* and protocolsCoordinate mandatory training including ILS, BLS, and anaesthetic equipmen
t competencies
Operational
* & EquipmentManage stock and supply of anaesthetic drugs and pharmacy items, including controlled
* drug complianceMonitor and order medical gases, ensuring cylinder levels and pipeline integrity
* are maintainedCoordinate servicing and planned maintenance of anaesthetic and resuscit
* ation equipmentSupport sourcing of new and replacement equipment through mater
* ials managementUse supplies economically while maintaining patient s
afety standards
Governan
* ce & QualityEnsure anaesthetic and resuscitation audits are completed on time, including crash trolley checks
* and drug recordsInvestigate incidents and ensure learning outcomes are actio
* ned and recordedMaintain safety checklists and upload documentati
* on to SharePointContribute to quality improvement and performance r
* eview activitiesDocument all clinical activity accurately and in
a timely manner
Working closely with consultant anaesthetists and the surgical team, the post holder acts as a clinical role model and covers for the Theatre Manag
er when required.
W
hat can you bring
* ?
Essential Skills:
HCPC-registered Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)/ R
* GN Anaesthetic NurseOngoing CPD in line with HCPC/NMC requirements, with focus on
* anaesthetic practiceILS/PILS certification (Resuscitation Counc
* il UK or equivalent)Significant post-registration ODP/RGN experience with a primary focus on an
* aesthetic assistanceExperience across GA, regional, and
* sedation techniquesExperience supporting airway management including RSI and diffic
* ult airway scenariosExperience performing and documenting Level 2 anaest
* hesia machine checksExperience managing and auditing resuscitation equipment including crash trolley
* s and defibrillatorsExperience supervising or mentoring junior anaesthetic O
* DPs or theatre staffExperience managing controlled drugs and anaest
* hetic pharmacy stockIn-depth knowledge of anaesthetic drugs, techniques, and equipment including TIVA, volatile agents, and
* regional anaesthesiaKnowledge of emergency protocols: anaphylaxis, malignant hyperthermi
* a, and failed airwayFamiliarity with AAGBI/RCoA standards for anaesthetic practice an
* d equipment checkingKnowledge of controlled drug legislation and safe
* storage requirementsCompetent with electronic systems for equipment checks, incident reporting,
* and training recordsStrong organisational and
* communication skillsDemonstrates Welbeck values: patient-centred, professional, collabora
* tive, and innovativeCalm and decisive in
* clinical emergenciesHigh attention to detail in drug preparation, equipment check
* s, and documentationAble to lead and motivate a team in a supporti
* ve and inclusive wayCommitted to advancing personal competence in anaestheti
* cs and resuscitationFlexible – able to work shifts including early mornings, late ev
* enings, and weekendsProactive in identifying and esca
lating clinical r
* isk
Desirable Skills:
Diploma or BSc in Operati
* ng Department PracticeALS/PALS (EPALS) certification (Resuscitation Cou
* ncil UK or equivalent)Resuscitation Officer qualification or formal resuscitation
* trainer accreditationLeadership or management qualification (e.g. ILM
* Level 3 or equivalent)Postgraduate qualification in anaesthetic or
* perioperative practiceExperience delivering or coordinating ILS/BLS train
* ing for clinical staffExperience leading emergenc
* y simulation exercisesExperience in a private hospital or inde
* pendent sector settingSound knowledge of Resuscitation Council UK guidelines f
* or adult resuscitationKnowledge of CQC and HCPC/NMC requirements relevant to anaesthetic and
resuscitation pr
actice
Recommendations
We’re currently recruiting for a variety of management, clinical, and non-clinical roles across Oxford and Cambridge if this role isn’t for you, but you would be interested in exploring roles feel fre
e to share your details.
If you know someone who may be interested in this or other roles in a new private hospital, we offer a £500 voucher referral reward for every s
uccessful recommendation.