Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Anaesthetic Practitioner
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Experienced Anaesthetic Practitioner Wanted
Fixed Term Contract Maternity Cover - end date 1st April 2027
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (KGH) is looking for a confident, Anaesthetic Practitioner with at least 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced theatre environment within an acute hospital setting.
This is a maternity cover role, so we need someone ready to step in with skill and confidence. Visa sponsorship is not available, please review UKVI guidance around temporary employment.
Join our dynamic theatre team offering a 24/7 elective and emergency service across a wide range of specialties, including ENT, Maxillofacial, Trauma & Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Urology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Plastic Surgery, and Breast Surgery. Many of our ODPs are dual-skilled, giving you the chance to work both anaesthetically and surgically.
If you are experienced, confident, and ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you.
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Requirements
Applicants must be either a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Operating Department Practitioner or a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registered Nurse with a recognised and accredited post-registration qualification in anaesthetics.
Responsibilities
- Ensure a welcoming, safe environment for patients, maintaining high standards of care in line with NMC/HCPC and CQC guidelines.
- As an Anaesthetic Practitioner, support patients undergoing surgery by preparing, managing and maintaining specialist equipment and medications, including anaesthetic machines, IV access and airway devices, ensuring safety throughout the perioperative pathway.
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary theatre team to support the effective day-to-day running of the unit, promoting patient flow and safe care delivery. Plan, implement and evaluate individualised, evidence-based care for a diverse patient group.
- Provide supervision and support to junior and unregistered staff, particularly in the absence of the Senior Anaesthetic Practitioner, ensuring consistent high standards across the team.
- Demonstrate motivation, flexibility and the ability to work under pressure, contributing as an integral member of the perioperative team to deliver a safe, efficient and high-quality anaesthetic service.
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About Us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courageous
- Accountable
Contact
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Natalie Reynolds
- Job title: Theatre Matron
- Email address: nataliereynolds@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 01536 491066
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