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Job overview
We're looking for an enthusiastic Surgical Care Practitioner/ Physiotherapist to join our Trauma & Orthopaedics Team!
The post-holder will participate in operative procedures and aspects of pre and post operative care of surgical patients, under the direction of the Consultant Surgeon(s).
The post holder will work closely with the medical and other staff to develop the role to its full potential.
Main duties of the job
1. To provide skilled assistance and surgical intervention under the direct or indirect supervision of the Consultant Surgeon
2. By working as a pro-active, effective and efficient member of the multidisciplinary team, to participate in the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care.
3. To participate in the provision of teaching, assessment and development opportunities for other members of the surgical team.
4. To develop, implement, and deliver the enhanced recovery pathway for patients undergoing arthroplasty within Elective Orthopaedics.
Working for our organisation
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical – Pre-operative:
ØTo take part in ward rounds prior to surgery, including independently checking consent and performing surgical site marking of patients prior to undergoing surgery.
ØTo be responsible for the setting up of specialist equipment and positioning the patient in theatre
ØTo perform urinary catheterisation for both male and female patients undergoing surgery.
ØTo ensure all equipment necessary for surgery is arranged in advance with theatre.
Clinical - Peri-operative:
ØTo prepare and drape the skin prior to surgery
ØTo act competently in the role of first or second assistant for all types of Orthopaedic surgery
ØTo assist the surgeon and perform invasive procedures where appropriate such as incision, tissue retraction, surgical haemostasis, dislocation/reduction of joints, and drain insertion.
ØTo perform deep and superficial wound closure under the direct or indirect supervision of medical staff.
ØTo handle surgical instruments to perform suturing and knot tying, apply ligatures, suction, and application of wound dressings.
ØTo infiltrate surgical sites, wounds, and joints under medical supervision.
ØTo undertake briefings and debriefings, as part of or on behalf of the surgical team, highlighting any potential problems.
ØTo perform parts of the surgical procedure when necessary, if deemed competent and appropriate by the Orthopaedic surgeon.
Please read job description for full details of description and main responsibilities.
Person specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential criteria
5. Current registration with a professional regulatory body
6. BSc or equivalent in healthcare (Physiotherapist, RGN or ODP)
7. Completed the RCS MSc/PgDip in Surgical Care Practice in Trauma and Orthopaedics
8. Completion of the Surgical Practice and Assistance Training (SPAT) course
Work Experience
Essential criteria
9. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Trauma/ Orthopaedic setting
10. Experience of working in healthcare and the challenges this may present
11. Undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy experience leading to autonomous practice on the wards
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
12. Experience of surgical assisting within an orthopaedic theatre setting
13. Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate
14. Able to produce clear and concise notes
Desirable criteria
15. Evidence of understanding and application of knowledge of specialty
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential criteria
16. Good written communication skills
17. Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post
18. Fluent in English Language
19. Able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues
20. Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team..
The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
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