Job overview
We have an opportunity for a Qualified SCP position working within our Theatre department, with a specialist interest in hepatobiliary and colorectal surgery. You will be skilled in robotic surgery as well as first and second assisting, whilst also participating in aspects of pre, peri and post-operative care of the patient under the direction of the Consultant Surgeons.
We are a progressive department and therefore the successful candidate must possess the right skills to drive forward service objectives for development and innovation whilst maintaining the day to day operation of the service. You will be expected to work at an advanced practitioner level and promote clinical excellence throughout the team and the organisation, whilst working closely with the other band 7 theatre coordinators, matrons, consultant colleagues and key stake holders.
You will be responsible for the professional development of the operating theatre teams you operationally and professionally manage, therefore it is essential that you possess excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills; have the drive and ambition to develop people.
The successful candidate must have an MSc qualification in Surgical Care Practice (or Band 7 appointment will be considered for applicants with willingness to complete if successful in the absence of any appointable Band 8a qualified candidates).
Main duties of the job
• To provide expert assistance and support in robotic surgery to the Consultant Surgeons, SPRs, theatre staff and patients involved in robotic surgery
• To provide a nurse specialist / Surgical First Assistant qualified nurse/ Surgical First Assistant (SFA) role. The primary purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support based on advanced level knowledge to health professionals concerning a specific disease/condition.
• Demonstrates significant advanced knowledge and skills within speciality and sphere of practice.
• Supports training within the Robotic surgery theatre team
• Have corporate identity as an expert within the specialist area of robotic surgery
• Lead and provide training and education across the organisation in relevant area of practice.
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
1. Qualified SCP already working in relevant robotic surgical specialty
2. Significant clinical experience of surgical pathways as a nurse within a theatre or relevant specialty CNS role.
3. Experience of assisting in laparoscopy/ robotic and open major surgery.
4. Surgical skillset in gynaecology, urology and/or colorectal surgery
Desirable criteria
5. Evidence of leading service change
Skills
Essential criteria
6. Proven ability to influence all levels of staff.
7. Ability to work autonomously as an independent practitioner.
8. Proven leadership and team leading skills.
9. Proven ability to manage and progress own professional development.
10. Presentation skills.
11. Oversight of training and practice of SCP team.
12. Delivery of the robotic service
Knowledge
Essential criteria
13. Registered nurse and trained surgical care practitioner with experience in robotic surgery in the relevant specialty
14. Evidence of professional continuous development and portfolio of learning.
15. Management training and leadership development.
16. Recognised as an expert in the field of practice with the ability to clinically assess, diagnose and treat.
17. Knowledge and experience of managing and leading a team.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
18. Master’s degree in Surgical Care Practice or significant experience as a surgical care practitioner/advanced scrub practitioner with basic surgical skills course.
19. Teaching and mentoring qualification.
Desirable criteria
20. Undertaken undergraduate / postgraduate study in research methodology.
Other
Essential criteria
21. Ability to manage stressful situations, raise clinical issues and work independently to ensure the patients’ needs are being met.
22. Ability to manage and motivate self and others.
23. Ability to be flexible, to have initiative and be able to work in a team.
24. Understands the importance of maintaining a professional image and standards
25. Must be able to work in line with the needs of the service
26. Committed to continuous service development and quality improvement.
27. Committed to the vision of development a world class multi speciality robotic surgery programme that improves outcomes for patients.
**Visa Sponsorship Information**
Recent changes to UK immigration policy on the Health and Care Visa and Skilled Worker Visa could mean that this role is not eligible for sponsorship or that you may not meet the eligibility criteria.
Sponsorship can only be offered if this post and any individual offered employment meet all the Home Office’s requirements under the UK Skilled Worker visa scheme.
If you are applying from outside the UK or will require sponsorship, please mention this clearly in your application.
To be eligible for sponsorship, the following conditions must be met:
28. Eligible role: The position must be on the UK Skilled Worker visa list. You can check your eligibility here: -.
29. Salary threshold: The role must meet the minimum salary set by the Home Office. Please note that for roles employed under Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions, the High-Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) is not included when calculating the basic salary for the purposes of sponsorship.
30. Skill level: The role must meet the minimum skill requirement of RQF Level 6 or above (graduate level).
31. English language: Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at CEFR level B1 or higher.
32. Other criteria: Applicants must meet all other criteria as set out by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)