Theatre Support Worker

Theatre Support Worker - Darent Valley HospitalWe are seeking a Theatre Support Worker at Band 2 to join our busy teams within our purpose built Main and Day Care Unit Operating Theatre Suites. As well as day surgery and obstetrics you will gain experience in a variety of specialties: Colorectal, Urology, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Breast, Orthopaedics, Trauma, ENT and Dental and Ophthalmic.You will need to be flexible, adaptable and be able to work under pressure.To apply for the Band 2 post, no previous experience is necessary as training will be given.As a department, we actively support formal and informal training and development.For further discussion or to arrange an informal visit please contact:-The senior sisters team on 01322 428642/3Working days and or shift patterns will be agreed by the line manager to meet the needs of the service.This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.Please note, this post may close earlier than the giving start date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.Main duties of the jobResponsible for providing support for the delivery of high quality care to patients within the theatre complex. To work as part of the multidisciplinary team in the theatre .Ensuring that patient care is non-discriminatory and non-prejudicial .Ensure care is of a high standard.To carry out tasks in accordance with unit Operating department standards of Practice Policies .To provide essential support to the clinical theatre teams with regards to preparation & maintenance of the theatre and TSSU environment.To provide a calm, supportive and welcoming atmosphere and environment for all patients during their waiting period in the departmental patient holding area immediately pre operatively.Participating in "on-call" rotas or cross site working where necessary. Carry out other duties, as may be required by Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust which fall within the grading of the post.About usWe are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.Job responsibilitiesClinical responsibilities:Gives and maintains a high standard of patient care at all times, ensuring the dignity and self-esteem of the patient is preserved.Assists in maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff as required by the Theatre Policies and Procedures, the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH Regulations.Chaperons patients whilst in the Anaesthetic Room, reporting on observations made of the patient in any change of condition, to the nurse in charge of the operating list.Assisting in the maintenance of stock levels as well as assisting with the ordering of individual stock items needed for individual theatres. Reporting any discrepanciesEnsuring that packs are not damaged, correctly distributed and rotated thus preventing out-of-date packs being used.Ensures that the whole department has sufficient supply of materials including sterile consumables stocks and instruments, reporting any deficiencies.Check delivery of stores and linen.Participate in circulating duties in accordance with Theatre Policy and Procedures.Undertake the duties of cleaning and preparation of the theatre suite.Participate in the handling of specimens in accordance with theatre Policies and Procedures.Gives assistance to newly appointed staff as guided by a Registered Practitioner.To be involved in the preparation and planning of theatre lists on a day to day basis, ensuring that the correct equipment is available.Liaise with other departments to ensure that ongoing equipment will be available .Ensure environment is conducive to patient safety and comfort,Assist in the cleaning of the environment, including patient trolleys and theatre equipment.Assist with unpacking and correctly storing all medical/surgical goodscoming into the department .Disposal of dirty linen, suction liners and clinical waste, including sharps boxes, to the clinical waste room.Replenish linen as and when required.Collect medicines/drugs from pharmacy and ensure safe and secure transport to all areas of theatre as required.Ensure the availability at all times of an adequate supply of medicalgas cylinders as per policy.Ensure safe transportation of patients both to and from the department.The safe handling of waste products in relation to personal protection as regards the threat of injury from sharps .Retrieve blood from blood fridge and be trained and competent in use of T bars system in relation to blood fridge .Document patient information on the theatre computer and paper / completed Documentation in accordance to instruction and guidance of the registered practitioners of when performing circulating duties.Report any defects in the building or fixtures and fittings to the Coordinator and document them in the fault file.Assist the Decontamination Co-ordinator in providing an effective T.S.S.U Service if required.Undertake practical patient care and respect the patients right to privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all times.Have an understanding of the patients individual needs.Assist with the positioning of patients, onto trolleys or theatre tables, ensuring the patients comfort and safety during operative procedures taking into account each individual patient problem, eg. stiff/arthriticlimbs, which may make positioning difficult.Assist in the preparation of theatre for an operating list ensuring that all necessary resources are available; report to person in charge anyproblems before the list start.Assist theatre staff in circulating duties within the boundaries of the job role.Act as a member of the team- to assist and anticipate the needs of the scrub practitioner ie. As a runner for instruments, sutures, dressings, disposal. Account for swabs and blood loss as one of the staff performing the theatre count.Ensure that agreed Standard Operating Policies and standards for theatre and protocols pertaining to the delivery of patient care in the operating department are adhered to.Ensure that records of patient care are accurately recorded .Use equipment in accordance with the manufacturers instructions andreport any faults immediately.Assist theatre staff in the handling of specimens according to departmental Standard Operating Policies and standards.Assist with the handling and safe transfer of specimens to the relevantPathology service and replenish sample pots.Assist the staff in the transfer of the clean and contaminated Instruments. Assist in cleaning up and the disposal of contaminated waste in accordance to COSHH, and Trust policies and procedures.Please see attached jobdescriptionPerson SpecificationEducation and TrainingEducated up to GCSE standard including maths and English or equivalentCare Certificate, or willing to work towards completion within the 12 weeks' time frame from start dateWilling to undertake further training as appropriate.Relevant health care study or courses.NVQ Level 2/3 or apprenticeship in health careKnowledge and SkillsGood standard of literacy and numeracyEvidence of ability to learnTeam playerComputer SkillsBasic life supportExperienceRelevant work or life experience with evidence of significance to postEvidence of relevant past employment record linked to health carePrevious Theatre experienceDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.£25,768 a yearper annum inclusive of allowances #J-18808-Ljbffr