Overview
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, HCPC/NMC registered Anaesthetic ODP or RN (with an anaesthetic qualification) to join our Theatre team at Glan Clwyd Hospital. Glan Clwyd Hospital is a busy General District Hospital located in Denbighshire with access to the A55 and links to Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula. Our Anaesthetic team covers a wide range of specialties including Maxillo Facial, Urology, Colorectal, Vascular, Gynaecology, Breast, ENT, Trauma, Orthopaedics, Emergency and Obstetrics, with additional areas including Ophthalmic theatres, pain clinic, community dental, ECT, MRI, CT, Gastro and cardio version lists. Anaesthetic ODPs/RNs are part of the hospital cardiac arrest/trauma team, working with ITU and supporting patient transfers. All practitioners are encouraged to participate in training and development.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based patient care. Clinical expertise is utilized during all phases of the peri-operative period. Skilled assistance is provided in the anaesthetic, surgical and post-operative care of the patient. The post holder will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team, meet the needs of the patient whilst under no direct supervision. Assist in management and organisation of clinical and satellite areas, implementing improvements to working practices as identified by audit/clinical trials. Participate in education and development of staff. You will have opportunities to utilise your clinical skills during the anaesthetic, surgical and post-anaesthetic care phases of the peri-operative period. Welsh language ability is desirable; English and/or Welsh speakers are welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
BCUHB North Wales is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for around 700,000 people across North Wales. We aim to promote equality and diversity and welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme. Applications may be submitted in Welsh; Welsh applications will not be treated less favourably than English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will find the full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or by clicking “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications/Experience
Essential criteria
* HCPC / NMC Registration
* Previous experience of working in theatres covering a wide variety of surgical specialties
* Diploma He or BSc (Hons) in Operating Department Practice (UK)
Desirable criteria
* Teaching / Mentoring Qualification
* Evidence of ongoing professional development
Skills
Essential criteria
* Can demonstrate and evidence high quality patient care
Desirable criteria
* Welsh speaking
Values
* Put patients first
* Respectful of others
* Act with understanding of other people\'s difficulties
Attitude & Abilities
* Effective communication skills
* Motivated
* Able to consistently demonstrate high quality patient care
Other
* Able to participate in out of hours shifts e.g., weekends/nights/on call
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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