Job summary
- Main area
- surgical
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 279-7133984-APR25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- RSCH
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £24,625 - £25,674 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 01/05/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 08/05/2025
Employer heading
Senior Health Care Assistant- Main Theatres RSCH
Band 3
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
The post holder will be required to provide a high standard of patient care and service delivery within Main Theatres and TAU. The post holder will be an effective member of the theatre team, making best use of resources. The post holder will be required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of perioperative care within University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Main duties of the job
· The post holder will be working as part of the multidisciplinary theatre team to provide a safe, efficient care environment for patients and there carers.
At the RSCH site we provide emergency cover 24/7 365 day a year.
Our operating department provides specialist Services for a range of elective and emergency specialities.
Be a skilled circulating practitioner during an operating list and assisting all members of the theatre team as needed
· Accurately enter patients details in the theatre register and on the theatre electronic systems
· Act as a circulating practitioner in theatre
· Assist in the setting up of theatres, checking equipment and instruments for the session, liaising with the person in charge
· Maintain stock levels in theatres
· Assisting with the daily checks in theatres
· Assist as delegated in an emergency situation
· Operate complex medical devices and troubleshooting
· Supporting learners and new starters
· Processing the collection of complex specimens, ensuring accurate documentation
· Being part of complex procedures requiring two circulating practitioners, managing additional equipment and resources
· Working in environments with radioactive waste and managing the risk
· Transferring patients from/ to the wards/TAU
· Organising bed and required equipment
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
· Assist in the manoeuvring and positioning of patients and equipment
· Chaperone and support patients in the anaesthetic room, theatre, and recovery area to ensure their safety, comfort and dignity
· Ensure that the patient is treated with empathy and respect at all times
· Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking care procedures
· Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act/Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice/guidance from registered practitioners as required
· Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care in the perioperative environment
· Recognise own limitations and only work within own scope of professional practice and competence
· Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
· Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the registered practitioner as appropriate
· Report and share information with the registered practitioners on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individual patients
· Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable adults and children, where appropriate, report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals
· Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of an individual
· Under supervision, contribute to the collection and labelling of all types of specimens in line with Trust protocols and procedures
Person specification
essential
Essential criteria
- Theatre Experience
- GCSE English
- Care Certificate
- GCSE Maths
Desirable criteria
- IT skills
- Level 2 qulification or Equivalent
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Karolina Murawski
- Job title
- Lead Practice Educator
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273696955
- Additional information
Please contact Karolina Murawski on 01273 696955 ext 4176 for further information.
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