Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner - Nottingham, United Kingdom - Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
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Nottingham, United Kingdom

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Description

NHS AfC:
Band 2


Main area

  • Theatres Education & Development
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Grade

  • NHS AfC: Band 2
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Contract

  • Fixed term: 3 years
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Hours

  • Full time hours per week (Days Nights Weekends)
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Site

  • Nottingham University Hospitals
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Town

  • Nottingham
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Salary
- £20,270 - £21,318 Per annum pro rata
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Salary period

  • Yearly
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Closing

  • 15/02/2023 23:59Job overview
Nottingham University Hospitals Specialist Support Directorate provides services to both Nottingham City Hospital Campus and Queens Medical Centre Campus.

It comprises a multidisciplinary team of professional staff concerned with providing a wide range of services including Theatres & Anaesthesia, Critical Care and Sterile Services.

This is a developmental role.

The student ODP will work towards progression into the post of Theatre Practitioner through successful completion of the Apprentice BSc (Hons) in Operating Department Practice.

They will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of the ODP within the service and through completion of the ODP degree programme which includes working in the perioperative environment.

***Apprentice ODPs are an integral part of the perioperative team. They perform roles/tasks across the perioperative environment including the scrub, circulating, anaesthetic and recovery role working alongside all members of the multi-disciplinary team, theatre and recovery practitioners. This will include tasks and responsibilities as delegated by registered members of the perioperative team.

Main duties of the job


In addition to the below summary, applicants must familiarise themself with the full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.


  • Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a registered practitioner
  • Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NUH Values & Behaviours
  • Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual
  • Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered practitioner
  • Work with a practice educator to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace, while on placements and through attending ODP degree programme
  • Develop by the end of the ODP Programme the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individual's defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of a registered ODP, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
Working for our organisation


This is an exciting opportunity to work at the UKs only Magnet accredited hospital, renown for delivering care excellence to its patients.


We recognise responsibility to ensure that staff are developed and stimulated within their environment in order to achieve their vision and deliver care that reflects the values and behaviours of the Trust.

We offer excellent opportunities for career progression, training and development.

We have a caring and supportive multi-disciplinary team dedicated to the delivery of quality patient care. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team are essential. Personal and professional development is actively supported.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants must familiarise themself with the full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.

Person specification


Qualifications:

Essential criteria

  • Maths and English L2 (GCSE C/4 or above) or equivalent
  • 112 UCAS points from either: A levels grade BBC, Access to Higher Education Diploma, or BTEC Nationals
  • Foundation Degree (Fdsc) Professional Development (theatre assistant practitioner course)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support City and Guilds
Desirable criteria

  • Care Certificate
Experience

Essential criteria

  • Recognises own role in team and is aware of own ability and role limitations
  • Previous experience in a Health care setting (minimum 1 year)
Desirable criteria

  • Theatre experience
Communication

Essential criteria

  • Able to communicate clearly in verbal and written format
  • Understands and practices the principles of confidentiality
  • Able to demonstrate basic IT skills
Desirable criteria

Values & Behaviours

Essential criteria

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
Desirable criteria

  • Evidence of study attended related to customer care or values & behaviours training
Analytical & Judgement

Essential criteria

  • Ability to analyse and act on simple information on a daily basis, e.g. observations and changes to the patient's condition
  • Deals effectively with problems within welld
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