Job overview
We have vacancies for permanent, full-time Deputy Team Leader RN/ODP Anaesthetic or Scrub or Recovery Practitioners in the new Surgical Elective Unit Operating Theatre Department (NOTSSCaN Theatres). This theatre complex is a -theatre unit and is expected to open in June. Specialities include vascular, spine and plastic surgery.
The applicants are required to be flexible and lead the anaesthetic, surgery or recovery teams.
If you are ready for a challenging and very satisfying role where you can contribute to service provision and make a difference for patients and staff please apply. We encourage informal visits if you would like to know more about what will be available and expected.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a value-based interview (VBI) and a technical-based interview.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated staff to join the current JR and West Wing theatre team in preparation for the opening of the new Surgical Elective Unit theatres. Applicants will be expected to have at least years of extensive experience in their respective area (anaesthetics/scrub/recovery) or critical care and have completed an equivalent practice supervisor/assessor course.
Applicants should ideally have a specialist qualification for their area of practice or be willing to undertake this. Applicants must have excellent communication, negotiating and effective leadership skills to thrive in a busy team environment. You will be encouraged and supported to further develop using the learning opportunities available. There is a structured orientation program and appraisal system in place to support your development whilst being supported by your team leader and education team. The directorate has a comprehensive education strategy to underpin the development of all grades of staff within theatres to facilitate career development and progression.
Please see the accompanying job description, person specification, specialist profile and professional development information.
Working for our organisation
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
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