Practitioner ODP Band 5

Applications from Health & Care Professionals who require a Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK, we welcome and will consider all Health & Care Professionals with appropriate experience alongside all EU and UK trained Health & Care Professionals, upon appointment the relevant paperwork will be issued to the successful applicant- if required

• To work with the Theatre and anaesthetic division across the range of clinical specialities as required and following appropriate training.
• To provide support if required to other specialist areas within the division including anaesthetics, recovery, day surgery ward, surgical reception, pre assessment and pain management.
• Checking, witnessing and administering controlled drugs.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of how to use medical devices safely and effectively.
• Advising the Theatre coordinator or Team Leader of proposed changes in the order of operating lists and bed issues.
• Co-operating with appropriate staff in safe transfer of patients to and from the operating theatres and other wards/ department.
• Assist in the teaching and supervision of learners entering the operating theatres to gain specialist training, this include nursing and ODP trainees, medical students and apprenticeship.
• Be prepared to work across the theatre specialities (acquired skills allowing) if required to do so in order to meet the needs of the service.
• Undertake any reasonable duty as directed by a person in charge to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• Be responsible for reporting their sick and annual leave in line with departmental guideline.
• Ensure that appearance and behaviour are in accordance with Trust's policy.
• Ensure that all theatre areas are clean and elevate to theatre coordinator as necessary.
• To ensure that pharmaceutical supplies are stored appropriately. Keeping the storage room and fridge neat and tidy at all times.
• To ensure that supplies of oxygen and other medical gas cylinders and related sundries are maintained and safely stored.
• Received and check supplied goods against the delivery note or original specification in liaison with procurement supplies officer.
• Responsible for the equipment in own speciality, ensuring it is used safely and effectively, kept in working order and properly maintained.

• Record observations accurately in accordance with the patients' condition. Interpret and inform the nurse in charge of changing data and respond as directed
• Report clinical issues/complaints to the Theatre coordinator. In cases where investigation is required, verbal or written statements and any other evidences must be provided promptly and professionally.
• Maintain accurate written and electronic documentation in relation to patient care. This must be completed in an appropriately and timely manner.
• Provide information which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle.
• Assist patients to gain access to health and social care, information and support relevant to their needs.
• Participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with the patient and their carer(s)
• Develop communication skills in