Theatre Practitioner / ODP

Theatre Practitioner / ODP
Position: Theatre Practitioner / ODP
Location: Aberdeen
Salary: Up to £40,000 plus enhancements & benefits package
Hours: Full time - Flexible working available
Contract: Permanent
MediTalent is recruiting a Theatre Practitioner/ODP specialising in Scrub and Anaesthetics, with experience in Recovery, to join a leading healthcare provider at a state-of-the-art private hospital in Aberdeen. The hospital seeks a versatile Theatre Nurse/Practitioner with multidisciplinary skills, with Scrub as the primary focus, to ensure optimal patient care. As an integral member of the well-established theatre team, you will collaborate with consultants and other nursing staff to provide comprehensive care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perioperative Care: Prepare patients for surgery, ensuring all necessary protocols are followed.
• Intraoperative Duties: Serve as the scrub practitioner during surgical procedures, maintaining a sterile environment and assisting surgeons.
• Postoperative Care: Provide recovery support to patients, monitoring vital signs and addressing any immediate post-surgical needs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, and other nursing staff to ensure a smooth surgical process and high-quality patient care.
• Multidisciplinary Skills: Utilise diverse skills to assist in various roles within the theatre, adapting to the needs of the team and patients.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant Qualifications in Operating Department Practice or Nursing - Holds a degree or diploma in Operating Department Practice or Nursing from an accredited institution. Completed additional training in surgical and anaesthetic techniques.
• Professional Registration - Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), ensuring compliance with professional standards and regulations.
• Clinical Experience - Demonstrated experience in scrub and anaesthetic roles within a surgical setting. Background in recovery nursing is highly desirable, providing comprehensive patient care during the postoperative phase. Proficient in assisting with a variety of surgical procedures, ensuring sterile techniques and patient safety.
• Teamwork and Communication Skills - Strong ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, promoting effective communication to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to patient-centered care, advocating for the needs and preferences of patients throughout the surgical process. Capable of delivering clear and compassionate communication with patients and their families, easing anxieties and ensuring understanding of procedures.

Career Development: Our client is committed to professional growth, offering ongoing training, career progression, and numerous opportunities for development.

Required Skills:

• Professional Registration: Valid NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) or HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) Pin
• Professional Development: Evidence of relevant professional development, including additional training or certifications obtained in previous roles or placements
• Clinical Experience: Proven experience working in an acute healthcare environment. Direct experience in Scrub, Anaesthetics, or Recovery roles

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday a year increasing during employment
• Private Medical Insurance
• Private Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Learning and development; free courses and industry recognised qualifications
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• NHS Blue Light Discount Card
• Plus much more…

Please apply with your CV or you can call/text Ore on 07493435001.