Theatre Practitioners - Anaesthetic
London Bridge Hospital

To assess, develop, implement and evaluate the perioperative care needs of patients and to carry out relevant forms of care with minimal supervision.

The post-holder will actively contribute to the maintenance of an environment that is conducive to the delivery and promotion of a high standard of patient care and the establishment of good communications and relationships between staff, doctors, patients, relatives and visitors.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential: C & G Level 3752 or NVQ
or
RGN (NMC Registered)
Anaesthetic experience in a range of surgical specialities.

Desirable:
Experience in the Private Sector
Experience in cardiac or orthopaedic anaesthesia

RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical

To deliver a consistently high standard of patient care utilising evidence based practice.
To work without direct supervision according to organisational policies and in accordance with HCA Code of Conduct.

Professional

To maintain an up-to-date professional portfolio.
To be involved in support mechanisms including clinical supervision and mentorship.
To continue to develop professionally in chosen area of speciality.
To adopt the Departmental Philosophy of Care.
To be actively involved in assessing and managing all clinical risks facing patient.


Organisational

To have an awareness of the HCA Healthcare and LBH mission statements.
To participate in an annual performance appraisal.
To be involved in the departmental business planning process.

Educational

To assist staff new to the area during their induction programme.
To attend mandatory training sessions annually.
To be continually updated in area of speciality.
To work within the scope of professional practice.
To help maintain a positive learning environment for all grades of staff.
To participate in the teaching programme for students during their theatre placement.

Quality

To develop knowledge and expertise in current developments and trends in clinical practice.
To participate in clinical audit.
To demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance.
To help maintain a pleasant and safe patient environment.
To contribute to the improvement and maintenance of quality patient care by the use of evidence based practice.

Management

To attend unit or team meetings and help disseminate information.
To be conversant with and adhere to departmental policies and procedures.
To identify and implement, where possible, business development opportunities.
To understand the healthcare market and customer needs.
To demonstrate an effective and efficient use of resources