Theatre Practitioner

University Hospital Southampton ,
Lymington, Hampshire
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We are looking for dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic Theatre Practitioners, who are team players ready to embrace the challenge of working in a busy Day Surgical Unit at Lymington / University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). We are currently a Monday to Friday service with the expectation of expansion of the service to weekend working. The key function of the role is to provide knowledge and skills within the operating theatre environment. Key tasks include but are not limited to: Clinically confident in delivering clinical excellence in the Surgical theatre including circulating and Scrubbing, whilst ensuring the smooth management of patients throughout their pathway, efficient theatre utilisation, assisting the Registered practitioners and consultants in their roles. You will need to be clinical competent and demonstrate effective team working. Knowledge of IT based trust systems would be desirable, although full training will be given. Attention to detail and good communication are also essential as you will be dealing with patients, relatives and staff from across the whole trust within a number of disciplines. The roles reports directly to the Theatre team leader and whilst it will be busy you will be expected to support the growing service and ensure efficient utilisation is met, whilst maintaining a high standard of patient care and practice. What we can offer: * Excellent training & development opportunities including a supportive Induction * Programme with mentorship * Flexible working Opportunities * Minimum of 35 days paid holiday (Pro-rata) (on appointment) * On-site subsidised restaurant * Free onsite parking * A friendly community focused hospital * Beautiful gardens and shady trees with welcoming and relaxing seating areas to unwind at lunchtime. * Short distance to Lymington train station and Lymington high street * Lymington Hospital is situated on the Ampress industrial park, which is a hub of very useful amenities all only walking distance from the hospital car park! As one of the largest acute teaching Trust's in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trust's in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability. As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. You'll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our LiveWell and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health. UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme. ABOUT OUR TRUST AND SOUTHAMPTON UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and only an hour on the train from central London. The New Forest National Park and the beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than those in London, 13 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted and 13 nearby green spaces to enjoy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Interviews will be held Friday 29th June FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY If you're interested in applying for this role, we'd encourage you to get in touch using the contact information at the bottom of this advert with any questions or if you would like to arrange an informal visit. Alternatively, if you're ready to apply, please follow the link below to complete an application. For further details / informal visits contact: Team Leader Jackie Watkins Jacqueline.Watkins@uhs.nhs.uk 01590663320 Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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