Theatre Practitioner (Orthopaedic Scrub)

Theatre Practitioner (Orthopaedic Scrub)- KIMS Hospital, Maidstone

ODP | Theatre Nurse | Perioperative Practitioner | Scrub Practitioner | Scrub Nurse | Orthopaedic Scrub | Full Time | Permanent

Are you a skilled Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner who is patient orientated with experience working in a fast-paced Theatres Department? Are you keen to work in an AfPP accredited theatres team? Do you want the opportunity to develop your career in a modern and supportive environment? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you.

We are looking for a strong and experienced Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join the perioperative team as a Theatre Practitioner.

You will be a key member of our orthopaedic perioperative team, working within scrub and anaesthetics to ensure the highest standard of clinical care and safety for patients within the theatre department.

This role is for 37.5 hours per week, working 07:45 – 17:45 for 4 days between Monday and Saturday. Saturdays will be on average 1 per month.

Role Responsibilities

As Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner you will:

• Work with a variety of orthopaedic surgeons as a scrub practitioner, with the occasional need to work as an anaesthetic practitioner (once full training is given if required).
• Assess, plan, implement patient care and evaluate outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with other departments e.g. Sterile Services, Wards, Imaging Department to ensure effective and smooth-running patient care.
• Ensure that patients’ comfort, dignity, and privacy are always maintained.
• Ensure that your own practice and the practice of others is within an ethical and legal framework.

Person Specification

• Be a qualified and registered Practitioner (RN or ODP).
• Have post-registration experience working as an Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner.
• Be patient-oriented with a focus on continuous service improvement.
• Have evidence of continuous professional development and its application.
• Hold a Surgical First Assistant (SFA) Qualification.
• Experience of planning, coordinating and running the daily workload in a theatre suite, including the supervision of staff.

At KIMS Hospital we understand our people are our biggest asset and as such we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace. That’s why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing.

KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits:

• 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday
• Free secure staff parking
• Private health insurance
• Life assurance
• Up to 40% off some of KIMS Hospital services
• Employee Assistance Platform
• Retail discounts and cashback
• Discounted gym membership
• Free eye test

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 237634 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk.