Peri-operative Practitioner

Job Summary Would you like to be part of a highly motivated, forward thinking and hardworking team? Then why not come and join us? Wharfedale Theatres is a fantastic place to work It is a busy, Accredited Elective Surgical Hub at Wharfedale General Hospital in the market town of Otley outside Leeds. Our patients receive a high standard of care from a highly motivated team. We have a supportive management team who take a vested interest in their colleagues. We cover a wide range of specialities which results in a varied and interesting workload, no two days are the same. There is the opportunity to keep skills up to date primarily in anaesthetics and scrub but also some opportunity for rotation into PACU. Main Duties We are looking for Registered Nurses ideally with an Anaesthetic qualification or Registered ODPs who are motivated, forward thinking, flexible and who are looking to contribute to outstanding patient experience. You will have an interest in Day Surgery and a desire to improve your theatre skills in line with the needs of the department. You will be supported by the team in developing the appropriate competencies to work in anaesthetics, scrub and recovery as well as progressing in your career. Theatre experience is desirable for this post. Anaesthetic training is desirable as the role will require an active participation in the anaesthetic part of the Theatre Practitioners role. About Us We are looking for Registered Nurses ideally with an Anaesthetic qualification or Registered ODPs who are motivated, forward thinking, flexible and who are looking to contribute to outstanding patient experience. You will have an interest in Day Surgery and a desire to improve your theatre skills in line with the needs of the department. You will be supported by the team in developing the appropriate competencies to work in anaesthetics, scrub and recovery as well as progressing in your career. Theatre experience is desirable for this post. Anaesthetic training is desirable as the role will require an active participation in the anaesthetic part of the Theatre Practitioners role. Details Date posted: 11 December 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 5 Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time Reference number: C9298-NUR-743 Job locations: Wharfedale General Hospital, Newall Carr Road, Otley, West Yorkshire, LS21 2LY Job Description / Responsibilities JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY To provide and be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for the Peri-operative patient. To carry out all relevant forms of care competently without direct supervision. Communicate with members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity of care and promote effective team working. To assist with the teaching and supervision of learners and other staff. The jobholder will work within an environment caring for peri-operative patients. Person Specification – Experience Current issues in health care Understanding of the principles of patient centred care Person Specification – Desirable Awareness of speciality, Previous theatre experience, anaesthetic / scrub skills Additional Requirements – Essential Good written and verbal skills Ability to organise and prioritise workload Understanding of skills and knowledge required to develop team members Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post Skills & Behaviours – Essential Organisational skills Time management skills Team player Understanding of research based practice - research conscious Communication skills, Ability to act professionally at all times Skills & Behaviours – Desirable Capable of lateral thinking Qualifications – Essential Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) Or Registered Operating Department Practitioner Willing to undergo training as necessary Ability to demonstrate and explain skills to other staff Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer Details Employer name: Leeds Teaching Hospitals Address: Wharfedale General Hospital, Newall Carr Road, Otley, West Yorkshire, LS21 2LY Employer's Website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr