Senior Theatre Practitioner

at  University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us .
Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Theatre Practitioners (anaesthetic, scrub and/or recovery trained). If you are highly motivated and enthusiastic, as well as keen to develop yourself, your team and our service then we would like to hear from you. Previous theatre experience is essential; ophthalmology experience is desirable but not essential.
The department comprises three theatres, a Medical Retina Suite and Minor Operations room based at a large university teaching hospital. We are tertiary referral centre serving a wide area across the South of England. Southampton General sees many complex cases and offers innovative treatments accross a broad speciality range.
Eye Unit clinical staff have been recognised as leaders in the field. Our consultant group includes world authorities in Medical Retina Disease and Corneal Surgery, among others.
We run an emergency service in the evenings and at weekends so a flexible approach to working patterns is essential.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised.
Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.

What you’ll do

• As a Senior Practitioner, you will participate in the management of OR teams and provide clinical expertise within the theatre suite
• You will supervise, develop and teach qualified and non-qualified staff
• You will act as a role model in the delivery of safe and effective care, and as a deputy in the absence of the Team Leader
• You will ensure effective utilisation of time and resources whilst maintaining quality

What we’re looking for

• Professional registration suitable for the post (NMC/HCPC registered)
• Significant experience as an Operating Department Practitioner or Nurse at B5 or equivalent (ideally ophthalmic experience)
• Evidence of mentoring and teaching in a clinical role
• Demonstrable management skills/qualification
• Willingness to learn, adapt and change in step with service demand
• Commitment to team working

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting

• As a Senior Practitioner, you will participate in the management of OR teams and provide clinical expertise within the theatre suite
• You will supervise, develop and teach qualified and non-qualified staff
• You will act as a role model in the delivery of safe and effective care, and as a deputy in the absence of the Team Leader
• You will ensure effective utilisation of time and resources whilst maintaining qualit