Band 5 Anaesthetic PractitionerRoyal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Are you ready to be part of something exceptional?
We are seeking passionate, motivated Band 5 Anaesthetic Practitioners to join our expanding theatre teams at the Royal Surrey County Hospital, including work in our brand-new, state‑of‑the‑art operating theatres known as the Cancer and Surgical Innovation Centre (CASIC). This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of surgical innovation while also gaining a wide range of experience across our main theatres, day‑surgery unit and other clinical areas requiring anaesthetic support. We want flexible practitioners who thrive in a varied and dynamic environment.
Main duties of the job
Be Part of Innovation and Variety
In this role you will shape the future of healthcare while developing a wide‑range skill set.
* Work across CASIC theatres, main theatres, day‑surgery and other areas requiring anaesthetic support
* Work alongside world‑leading surgeons and multidisciplinary teams
* Be part of a centre driving research, education and training
* Gain exposure to cutting‑edge and robotic surgical techniques
* Contribute to the expansion of robotic surgery, building on Royal Surreys reputation as a national and international leader
* Your Role
o Deliver high‑quality, safe anaesthetic care across a range of clinical environments
o Support patients through the most critical moments of their surgical journey
o Work flexibly across different departments including theatres and day‑surgery
o Collaborate within dynamic, multidisciplinary teams
o Develop your skills in both innovative and established clinical settings
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming family will ensure you feel valued from interview through to the end of your tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We have received an overall Good rating from the CQC with Medical care (including older peoples care), End of Life Care and Maternity services deemed Outstanding by the CQC.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isnt the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Job responsibilities
* The Cancer and Surgical Innovation Centre will treat 7,000 additional patients every year, including those with life‑threatening cancer diagnoses
* We will deliver world‑class cancer care, with 60% of surgeries cancer‑related
* CASIC will support a regional population of up to 3 million people, reducing waiting times and improving patient outcomes
* The centre will provide a seamless, patient‑centred experience in one highly specialised environment
Alongside CASIC, you will also be part of a wider, well‑established theatre department, gaining diverse experience across multiple perioperative settings. We are looking for individuals who are flexible, adaptable and willing to work across all areas to meet service needs.
What We Are Looking For
* A qualified Operating Department Practitioner or Registered Nurse with anaesthetic experience
* A flexible and adaptable team player, happy to work across multiple clinical areas
* A strong commitment to patient care, safety and quality
* A proactive individual eager to learn, grow and embrace new technologies
* Enthusiasm for working in both cutting‑edge and high‑volume surgical environments
* Full flexibility; you must be willing and able to work across all anaesthetic areas depending on service need. This is an essential requirement of the role.
What We Offer
* A brand‑new, purpose‑built theatre environment within CASIC
* The opportunity to work across a diverse range of anaesthetic settings
* Career development, training and progression opportunities
* Exposure to advanced and robotic surgical techniques
* A supportive culture that values innovation, collaboration, flexibility and wellbeing
Join us at the Royal Surrey and be part of a team transforming surgical care for thousands of patients every year.
Your skills can make a difference. Your career can go further. Your future starts here.
Apply today.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* City and Guilds 752/NVQ Level 3/Dip HE in Operating Department Practice Anaesthetic Nurses – ENB 182 or equivalent UK recognised qualification in Anaesthetics
Knowledge and Experience
* Demonstrable knowledge of perioperative practice including up to date knowledge of AAGBI, NICE and DAS guidelines
* Demonstrable knowledge of normal and altered anatomy and physiology including commonly encountered pre‑existing patient conditions
* Underpinning knowledge of pharmacology in perioperative care
* Member of relevant professional body – HCPC or NMC (unless student – whereupon pin will be attained upon qualification)
* CPD – evidence of post‑qualification experience and continuing professional development
* Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy, national guidance, CQC and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£33,677 to £40,996 a year including HCAS
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