University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Band 2 Theatre Support Worker - Theatres
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Job Summary
To work as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team assisting with patient care activities under the direct supervision of a registered Theatre Practitioner. Following appropriate training and assessment of competence undertake identified and delegated clinical and non-clinical duties.
The post holder will undertake the movement of patients, equipment, and designated items throughout the hospital and will contribute to the maintenance of a clean and safe working environment.
The post holder will uphold the trust values and is expected to behave at all times in a way that demonstrates commitment to the delivery of thoughtful, compassionate patient care and continuous improvement of patient care quality, outcomes, and experience.
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
- Provide good quality personalised care throughout their peri-operative journey in accordance with agreed local and national standards. Always ensuring the maintenance of confidentiality and the privacy and dignity of patients.
- Assist in the positioning of patients in theatre before surgery and in the recovery area.
- Wear lead aprons and other radiation protection equipment for extended periods during shifts.
- The cleaning and preparation of the Operating Theatre, associated areas, and equipment, the Anaesthetic rooms, and the recovery areas inclusive of patient trolleys.
- Transport patients between Wards and Theatre, assisting with transferring patients to and from the operating table and help position them for surgical procedures under supervision of the registered Theatre Practitioner.
- Assist to maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety, and security legislation, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Maintaining accurate records of all relevant theatre documentation.
- Remove soiled linen, theatre clinical waste, black bag, and cardboard rubbish from Operating Theatres to collection points ensuring conformity with the Trust/Theatre Waste Policy.
- To be familiar with and comply with all Trust/Theatre Policies, Practices, and Procedures.
- To take part in an annual appraisal.
- To be flexible to meet the needs of the service.
- To undertake any other duties that are required, commensurate with the post and grade and have been discussed with the post holder.
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About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value, and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values-driven in all that we do, and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such, we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long-term health condition, mental health, or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job Description
Please Note: For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of Maths/English Qualifications at Level 2 or Above.
- Vocational qualification at level 2 or equivalent relevant experience.
- Level 2 examples: GCSE Grades 9-4 (A-C), Level 2 Diploma in health care support / NVQ, Functional Skills Level 2.
- Internationally educated applicants will have to evidence UK ENIC (the UK National Information Centre) Statements of compatibility.
Desirable
- Care Certificate or can demonstrate prior skills, knowledge, and experience that meet the 15 minimum standards described by Health Education England (HEE) Skills for Health.
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Experience
Essential
- Experience of working/participating as part of a team as an employee/volunteer.
- Ability to demonstrate/articulate an understanding of the role and tasks involved and can describe the physical and emotional aspects of the role and some duties.
- Can link the Trust values (Kind, Bold, Connected) to the role and provide examples from personal experience which demonstrate understanding in relation to the role.
- Can explain why training/education and approaches to care need to be consistent in relation to safety and patient experience.
- Shows enthusiasm for the role and is interested in working in a theatre/interventional radiology practice setting.
Desirable
- Has experience of working in a person-centred/facing role in a paid or voluntary capacity.
- Understanding of the principles of safeguarding in relation to this role.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Flexible approach to shift patterns and place of work this may include working in different practice settings in different locations dependent upon service need.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
For Help With Your Application, Contact
Noemia Neves
noemia.neves2@uhb.nhs.uk
01214240686
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25272.00 to £25272.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-9015443
Job locations
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
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Job Description
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