Recovery Orderly

Who we're looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable person to work as part of the Operating Department Orderly Team.

Applicants should aware that this is a physically demanding job as it involves the collection of patients from the Admission on Day of surgery ward and then returning them to the wards after surgery.

The role involves various forms of logístical tasks including moving items within the department of differing size and weights. The position includes the removal of a large amount of clinical and non-clinical waste from the department to the outside waste compound ensuring it is segregated throughout to ensure no cross contamination

Various cleaning duties such as the cleaning of patient theatre trolleys and theatre environmental cleaning is an essential part of the Orderly role.

Our aim is to aspire to deliver world class patient care, and we want talented, dedicated and passionate people to help us achieve this.

Our continued success is accomplished through the skills and expertise of our staff, which is underpinned by our values: Friendly, Caring, Excellence, Professional and Respect.

If your values align to ours, and you would like to join us in aspiring to deliver world class patient care, we would love to hear from you.

• To assist Theatre Support Worker in the safe collection of the pre-operative patient from Baschurch following formal training.
• Along with TSW, responsible for escorting the pre-operative patient from the in-patient ward to theatre.
• Ensure all necessary equipment that will be required for the patient post-operatively is brought up with the patient when collected.
• Ensure the correct equipment/trolleys are available for each patient in each theatre and are in good working order i.e., Spinal trolley, shoulder trolley etc.
• Be able to communicate tactfully and sensitively with patients who are nervous or anxious prior to their surgery, especially children and their parents.
• Transfer the patient from bed to the correct theatre trolley/wheelchair within the preoperative area.
• Ensure the beds are made up according to the type of surgery each patient is receiving.
• Escort patients' relatives from the anesthetic room if required.
• Assist with turning of patients both within recovery and theatres.
• Transfer patients back to wards with a trained nurse post-operatively.
• Replenish and clean Recovery bed spaces after use if needed.
• Always maintain patient confidentiality.

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH)

The NHS is the biggest employer in Europe. It's a world-renowned institution and an exciting place to work, full of challenges and opportunities.

Why RJAH

Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.

Whether you're starting out in your career, or have a wealth of experience - we're always looking to recruit outstanding individuals in a range of clinical areas, as well as support and administrative roles.

We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and outstanding professional development opportunities.

RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.

Shropshire is also one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links.

The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

RECOVERY DUTIES

• To assist Theatre Support Worker in the safe collection of the pre-operative patient from Baschurch following formal training.
• Along with TSW, responsible for escorting the pre-operative patient from the in-patient ward to theatre.
• Ensure all necessary equipment that will be required for the patient post-operatively is brought up with the patient when collected.
• Ensure the correct equipment/trolleys are available for each patient in each theatre and are in good working order i.e., Spinal trolley, shoulder trolley etc.
• Be able to communicate tactfully and sensitively with patients who are nervous or anxious prior to their surgery, especially children and their parents.
• Transfer the patient from bed to the correct theatre trolley/wheelchair within the preoperative area.
• Ensure the beds are made up according to the type of surgery each patient is receiving.
• Escort patients' relatives from the anesthetic room if required.
• Assist with turning of patients both within recovery and theatres.
• Transfer patients back to wards with a trained nurse escort post-operatively.
• Replenish and clean Recovery bed spaces after use if needed.
• Always maintain patient confidentiality.
• Enhanced Recovery is an enc

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