Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Staff Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner - Theatres
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About the Role
Theatres are looking to recruit enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurse or Operating Department Practitioners to support this busy Department. We are looking for all-round trained Theatre Practitioners. Experience in Orthopaedics is desirable.
The Theatres Complex at Dorset County Hospital includes:
- Main Theatres (8 Theatres)
- Day Surgery Unit (2 Theatres)
- Weymouth Community Hospital (1 Theatre)
- The Procedure Suite at South Walks House
This role will be predominantly in Main Theatres but all staff are expected to work across all sites, depending on the needs of the service.
We currently have both permanent and fixed-term contracts (full-time and part-time) for committed and enthusiastic individuals to complement the established team in delivering high-quality care that is rapidly adapting to meet the needs of a diverse local population.
We can offer superb career and professional development opportunities with a structured orientation programme whilst the unit provides a challenging work environment.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented in our organisation.
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Please note: If you are due to qualify as a fully registered Nurse/ODP before December 2025, we may be able to consider your application through our Newly Qualified route but this must be detailed in your application.
You Will
- Be required to work as part of a motivated team as well as being able to work on your own initiative.
- Be expected to work shifts to cover the needs of the service which is 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
You Have
- Good communication skills
- Current NMC/HCPC registration
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high-quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
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Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Rachel Wood
- Job title: Senior Sister
- Email address: Rachel.Wood@dchft.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 01305 25 5205
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