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An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of a new operating theatre team for Maternity. York and Scarborough NHS Foundation Trust provides care to women living in and around York, North Yorkshire, and the East Coast, with an increasing demand for Caesarean Sections (elective and emergency).
We are looking for experienced Scrub Practitioners to join our Maternity operating theatre team in York and Scarborough. This is a valuable opportunity to work within our multidisciplinary team and make a positive impact in our community.
To be successful, you will need to demonstrate either:
1. 3 years’ experience in Maternity Theatres, OR
2. 3 years’ experience in Gynae, GI, Vascular, or Urology Theatres.
Part-time hours are available, with a minimum of 23 hours (2 shifts per week).
If you are currently employed by the Trust and wish to apply on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your line manager before applying.
Responsibilities include:
1. Demonstrating and developing clinical assessment skills and prioritizing patient care during surgical/anesthetic procedures.
2. Supporting patients and families, communicating clinical information effectively.
3. Contributing to the development of patient care within operating theatres, sharing knowledge and expertise.
4. Preparing and organizing the clinical area for elective and emergency procedures.
5. Safely identifying, preparing, checking, and assembling equipment required for the operating list.
6. Adhering to the NMC / ODP professional Code of Conduct.
Benefits include:
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme with generous retirement benefits.
* 27 days holiday, rising to 33 days depending on NHS service.
* A relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) for hard-to-fill positions.
* Paid and unpaid leave options for emergency and planned leave.
* Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programme.
* NHS Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes.
* Opportunities for learning and development.
* Discounts on various services and products.
For more information on benefits, visit the Trust's Staff Benefits pages.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Nicola Hudson
* Job Title: Team Leader
* Email: Nicola.Hudson20@nhs.net
* Telephone: 01904 724558
Additional Information
* Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment Type: Part-time
* Job Function: Healthcare Provider
* Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare
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