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Surgical Care Practitioner MSK &Spinal

Swansea Bay University Health Board
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Location
Salary
£54,550 - £61,412 Per annum pro rata
Profession
Surgical care practitioner
Grade
Band 8
Deadline
29 Jul 2025
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
15 Jul 2025

Job overview

The MSK and Spinal Service at Morriston Hospital, Swansea Bay University Health Board are seeking one part time 22.5hours per week Band 8A Qualified SCP’s to join our expanding MSK team.

Opportunities have arisen due to staff retirement.. You will be skilled in Orthopaedic Surgical Care Practitoner as well as first and second assisting, whilst also participating in aspects of pre, peri and post-operative care of the patient under the direction of the Consultant Surgeons.

Main duties of the job

The MSK Surgical Care Practitioner (SCP) Team work within T&O and Spinal surgery. Flexibility of working hours and some cross site travel will be expected. The successful candidates will be exceptional, dedicated individuals with the drive and ambition to provide and maintain the highest standards of patient care.

Joining the existing team that is led by a committed group of consultants with the Surgical Directorate. The MSK and Spinal teams are committed to developing, training and expanding the role of the SCP within its service, delivering excellent patient care and up to date practice, in an environment, which encourages personal and professional development. As an 8A SCP you shall be providing leadership and mentorship to trainee SCP’s and others within the service.

This is a Post is a Band 8a AFC level therefore successful applicants must have the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team, influencing the development of the service. Alongside expert knowledge, clinical and assessment skills (including theatre skills) the post holder will demonstrate an ability to communicate and influence at an advanced level.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome