Overview
The post holder will assist in the supervision of Theatre Porters/Operating Department Orderlies/Theatre Assistants and take the lead role in training. The post holder will be pro-active in generating and maintaining team work, and work with the team contributing to the smooth running of the Theatre service.
Main duties of the job
* Ensure an efficient and effective response to requests for patient or material movement and assistance in emergency situations.
* Undertake routine tasks such as fetching patients, delivery of meal trolley to PACU, linen, oxygen cylinders, instrument sets, clinical waste, etc., in a timely manner.
* Direct, support and supervise staff through a range of duties while remaining flexible for appropriate emergency response.
* Keep the induction package for new starters up-to-date, lead in assessing their competencies, and conduct annual performance appraisals.
* Contribute toward rota construction and management.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has the right ingredients. The organisation provides a full range of services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and get support in line with our Organisational Values and Proud to Lead framework. We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive recruitment correspondence via the email on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh; Welsh applications will not be treated less favourably than English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or by clicking “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications And/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Good standard of Secondary education
* Knowledge of Health and Safety and Manual/Load Handling
* Computer skills
* ILM level 3 or equivalent or willing to work towards
* Knowledge of Health Board policies and procedures
Desirable criteria
* Level 3 Perioperative qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
* Previous experience of theatre portering/operating department orderly/theatre assistant role in the Health Sector
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Good Leadership skills
* Experience of rota management
* Experience of training staff
Desirable criteria
* Extensive previous experience of portering in an Operating Department
Values
Essential Criteria
* Able to demonstrate competency in dealing with patients and/or family members who may be upset or anxious
* Can demonstrate good interpersonal skills
* Works according to BCUHB values at all times
* Treats members of the team with dignity and respect, and enables the smooth day-to-day running of the Theatre Portering team
* Works according to the Code of Conduct for NHS Wales
Desirable criteria
* Excellent communication skills, demonstrating compassion and empathy as appropriate
* Commitment to behaving in accordance with BCUHB values in all interactions
* Exemplary behaviour at work that can inspire others
Other
Essential criteria
* The ability to lift, push and pull substantial weights for extended periods and long periods of standing or walking
* Able to work hours flexibly with a variety of shifts including days, nights and weekends
* Must be able to work effectively in stressful and/or traumatic situations
* Must be able to follow instructions
Aptitude And Abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to manage staff effectively
* Able to demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and staff
* Able to act quickly, calmly and responsibly in emergency situations
* Able to work effectively using own initiative and as part of a team
* Able to maintain confidentiality as appropriate
* Good interpersonal skills, tactful and diplomatic
* Able to demonstrate skills to facilitate training sessions
* Able to demonstrate leadership of the portering team
Desirable criteria
* Ability to speak Welsh
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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