Theatre Practitioner

Theatre Practitioner Overview

This position is for a Theatre Practitioner based in Ilford, offering a competitive salary and a full-time contract of 37.5 hours per week. The role involves working over four days within a seven-day period, including some weekends, with standard shifts from 07:30 to 17:30, requiring some flexibility based on patient needs.

The Theatre Practitioner will play a crucial role in providing patient-centered care throughout the ophthalmic pathway, which includes pre-admission, diagnostics, surgical support, and post-operative recovery. Responsibilities include scrubbing and assisting in a high-volume theatre environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth and efficient theatre operations, and establishing a compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering patient-centered care across the entire ophthalmic pathway.
• Scrubbing and assisting in a high-volume theatre environment.
• Providing support to patients, families, and friends.
• Assisting surgeons in the delivery of ophthalmic care.
• Preparing clinical areas for daily activities.
• Managing patient admissions and discharges on theatre days.
• Participating in departmental audits.
• Demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills.

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC.
• Previous experience in a clinical or theatre setting, especially with high-volume procedures.
• Desire to develop clinical skills through ongoing training and professional development.
• Experience with patient discharge processes is advantageous.
• Commitment to delivering excellent patient care.
• Proactive and flexible approach to teamwork.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control protocols.

Benefits of working with us include:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Buy and sell annual leave scheme.
• Annual company bonus scheme.
• MediCash health plan.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Company pension plan.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Bluelight Card for discounts and cashback options.
• Performance reviews focused on training and development.
• Employee discounts portal.
• Gym membership discounts and cycle-to-work schemes.
• Tech scheme for purchasing technology.

Since 2012, CHEC has been dedicated to enhancing patient choice and access to exceptional ophthalmology and gastroenterology care across England. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all employees to share this commitment.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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