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| Job Title: | Theatre Practitioner Anaesthetics |
| Contract: | Permanent | Hospital Type: | Private Sector |
| Salary: | No info. | Locations: | Central London
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| Grade: | | Specialities: | Anaesthetics & Recovery
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| Job Description: |
PERSON SPECIFICATION
*Good communication skills
*Up-to-date clinical knowledge and experience
*Good interpersonal skills
*Clear verbal and written communication skills
*Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team
*Ability to organise own work in an efficient and effective manner
*Flexible and reliable in response to needs of department
General
Responsibility: To assess, develop, implement and evaluate the perioperative care needs of patients and to carry out relevant forms of care with minimal supervision.
The post-holder will actively contribute to the maintenance of an environment that is conducive to the delivery and promotion of a high standard of patient care and the establishment of good communications and relationships between staff, doctors, patients, relatives and visitors.
Desirable:
Experience in the Private Sector
Experience in cardiac or orthopaedic anaesthesia
RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical
To deliver a consistently high standard of patient care utilising evidence based practice.
To work without direct supervision according to organisational policies and in accordance with HCA Code of Conduct.
Professional
To maintain an up-to-date professional portfolio.
To be involved in support mechanisms including clinical supervision and mentorship.
To continue to develop professionally in chosen area of speciality.
To adopt the Departmental Philosophy of Care.
To be actively involved in assessing and managing all clinical risks facing patient.
Organisational
To participate in an annual performance appraisal.
To be involved in the departmental business planning process.
Educational
To assist staff new to the area during their induction programme.
To attend mandatory training sessions annually.
To be continually updated in area of speciality.
To work within the scope of professional practice.
To help maintain a positive learning environment for all grades of staff.
To participate in the teaching programme for students during their theatre placement.
Quality
To develop knowledge and expertise in current developments and trends in clinical practice.
To participate in clinical audit.
To demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance.
To help maintain a pleasant and safe patient environment.
To contribute to the improvement and maintenance of quality patient care by the use of evidence based practice.
Management
To attend unit or team meetings and help disseminate information.
To be conversant with and adhere to departmental policies and procedures.
To identify and implement, where possible, business development opportunities.
To understand the healthcare market and customer needs.
To demonstrate an effective and efficient use of resources
Requirements Unit Level
1. To have a sound knowledge of Hospital & Unit policies and procedures in order to
promote a safe environment.
2. To understand the Meditech computer system and to have a basic understanding of budgets and revenue recapture.
3. To be aware of work force/work load problems.
4. To have a knowledge of the quality assurance policies and who to contact in response to –
• Complaints
• Accidents
• Unexpected events
5. To understand the importance of clear and accurate documentation.
Specialist Role
1. To be proficient in a wide range of operating room skills:
• Ensure the environment meets the safety needs of the patient.
• Manage an operating list efficiently and effectively.
• Have the expertise to minimise cross-infection.
2. To be proficient in assisting with all aspects of anaesthetic techniques.
3. To know how to use specialist equipment required during anaesthesia.
4. To have a sound clinical knowledge based on education and experience in order to:
• Care for patients before, during and after surgery.
• Teach, develop and supervise students.
• Prioritise work appropriately.
5. To record all items used during surgery on patient’s profile screen on Meditech, and document details in Theatre Register.
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| Qualifications: |
| QUALIFICATIONS:
Essential: C & G Level 3752 or NVQ
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RGN (NMC Registered) |
| Experience: |
| Anaesthetic experience in a range of surgical specialities. |
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| Advertiser: | NurseFindersNZ [Details] |
| Contact Name: | Marie Aynsley |
| Email: | marie@nursefindersnz.com |
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