About The Facility

The Harley Street Clinic is one of the most prestigious and respected private hospitals in London, specialising in complex, cancer, cardiac and neuroscience, care for both adults and children. With the most advanced medical equipment and the largest private paediatric ITU in the country, it's no surprise we attract some of the finest specialist consultants from many of London's major teaching hospitals.

The successful applicant will have access to all of HCA's fantastic benefits. On top of this the successful candidate will work within an established organization based in one of London's most renowned medical locations and known worldwide for its outstanding service.

Job Description

The Senior Theatre Practitioner will be responsible for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team and to participate in the assessment of patient care needs and implement and maintain agreed standards of care.

Salary between £35,673 and £40,401 plus HCA Benefits

37.5 hours per week

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of patient care
• Participate in the delegation and supervision of junior grades, unqualified and less experienced staff
• Working with members of the Multi Disciplinary Team following local protocols and standards
• Awareness of the effective management of resources within the department
• Participate in education, training and development of other staff.
• Assist in the management and organisation of the operating theatre(s)
• The post holder will be expected to take part in the on-call rotas and rostered weekend duties
• The post holder will be required to provide surgical or anaesthetic assistance to the consultants during all surgical procedures whether under local/regional/sedation/ general anaesthetic, with supervision
• Assist in the positioning and preparation of a patient as directed by the surgical team and ensure that any specimens are correctly labelled and dispatched to the laboratory.
• Help to control cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and asepsis.
• Create and maintain legible and accurate records of care in accordance with HCA and the Harley Street Clinic' local policies and procedures.
• Maintain a personal, professional profile, identifying role and skill developments.
• Prepare patients for clinical/ operative procedures, both in anaesthetics and surgery.
• Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the theatre suite, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives.

Skills & Experience

• NMC registered nurse/ODP
• Demonstrable experience working in Anaesthetics with adults and paediatrics
• Cardiac and/or Neuro experience
• Supervisory experience

About The Individual

You will be a good team player with strong organisational and communication skills. You will have an understanding of resource management and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure. Flexibility and enthusiasm as well as a focus on customer care at all times are key in this role.