Job Summary
This is an exciting time to join our surgical team, as we open the newly built Sussex Surgical Centre (Elective Surgical Hub).
This consists of 4 new theatres, 2 existing Day surgery theatres, Pre-Assessment, first and second stage recovery.
The SSC will initially operate 5 days a week, extending to a 6-day working week in Autumn 2025.
The unit will be open from 07:00 to 22:00, with theatres operating a 10-hour day between 08:00 and 18:00.
As a flexible employer, we offer part-time and full-time hours. Please discuss any flexible working arrangements at interview. We will consider and try to accommodate such requests for successful applicants.
Within the elective hub, we will care for a variety of day case surgical patients, including Trauma and Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Urology, Gynaecology, ENT, Maxillofacial, and other specialties.
We are looking for experienced HCPC registered ODPs and NMC Registered staff with Anaesthetic experience to join our team. Candidates should have at least 2 years' experience in anaesthetics, a mentorship qualification, and leadership training.
All applicants should be committed to providing high standards of patient care aligned with Day Surgery ethos and our Trust Values.
Main Duties of the Job
As the new SSC is purpose-built for elective day case procedures, your role will include the safe management of patients pre- and post-operatively.
You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including assessment, implementation, and evaluation of the day surgery pathway to ensure safe patient care.
The Band 6 will have delegated responsibilities as agreed with their line manager, including managing and leading care delivery, supporting staff, mentoring students, and junior staff.
Please refer to the attached full job description and job specification.
About Us
We offer a wide range of staff benefits, including staff development, NHS pension scheme enrollment, access to nurseries at Conquest Hospital and Eastbourne District General Hospital, staff restaurants, and on-site staff accommodation.
Additional support includes access to free psychological support via our confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7. Onsite parking is available from £50.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. Submit your application today.
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