Peri Operative Support Worker

Job overview

The core purpose of the role of Peri-operative support worker is to support and assist the registered practitioner and Theatre team to deliver high standards of Intra operative care to all patients. Working within Recovery, Operating theatres, transfer areas and reception.

This will Include assisting with patient cares, cleaning and servicing of equipment, stock and equipment monitoring, preparation of the theatre environment, transporting patients and equipment too and from the department, clerical duties and completion of electronic records.

You will contribute to the effective communication between members of the multi-disciplinary team, you will work directly with, Peri operative practitioners, Anaesthetists and Surgeons and report directly to Charge ODP/Nurse and Matron.

Main duties of the job

Patient Care / Clinical Services

• You will assist with procedures to ensure patient hygiene needs are met and patient environment which includes the cleaning of the theatre and recovery bay between patients including waste disposal.
• You will be required to transport patients safely to and from Theatre.
• You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity and cleanliness of theatre and recovery equipment and ensure its correct use and storage
• You will be required to handle and transport patient specimens.
• You will assist with the use of medical equipment during operating sessions.
• You will be responsible for the collection of patients and beds from wards/ICU
• You will undertake procedures reporting results to the registered practitioner and completing electronic records.
• You will assist in the correct and safe positioning of patients for surgery, preserving patient dignity and maintaining safety.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.

Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.

We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Should this advert receive a high volume of applications, it may be closed earlier than stated.