Lead Theatre Practitioner

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Theatre PractitionerLocation: Grimsby / Brigg, LincolnshireSalary: £35,000 + per annum, depending upon experienceJob type: Permanent, Full TimeWorking Hours: 40 hours over 7 days per week including weekends on a rota basisWho are weNewmedica are one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England, providing outpatients appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. We aim to change lives through better sight and eye health.We care for more than 225,000 NHS and private patients a year in over 26 locations and were growing.About the Role:We are looking for a new Lead Theatre Practitioner to join our Lincolnshire sites in Grimsby and Brigg. This will be 40 hours over 7 days per week including weekends on a rota basis.Lead Theatre Practitioners undertake operational management of our theatre provision and teams on a day-to-day basis.From a team perspective youll take responsibility for effective rostering of the team to meet the needs of our clinics and theatre lists. We can typically see 18-22 patients a day in our high-volume cataract surgery provision, so youll thrive working inan efficient and fast paced environment.Youll be an engaging and competent leader - well versed in managing people of different skill sets and clinical backgrounds. Youll hold regular team meetings and provide training & coaching, ensuring yourself and your team undertake regular CDP.From an operational perspective youll have a wide range of duties meaning no days will be the same - you could be conducting a variety of audits; ensuring stock take & consumable requirements are fulfilled; investigating any accidents or complaints or providingclinical oversight and guidance.As such youll be a good multi-tasker and will be comfortable working under your own initiative. In all you do youll ensure the highest standards are met in terms of patient safety, confidentiality, clinical compliance and hygiene levels.What skills and experience do I needYou need to be a fully qualified Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner and need a current registration with the NMC or HCPC.In an ideal world you will already have previous experience as a Theatre Manager or Lead of an NHS Department, ideally in Ophthalmic TheatresAlongside the mandatory qualifications the following things will be advantageous:

• Previous hospital eye service or private eye clinic experience
• Knowledge of clinical practice and aware of current developments in Optometry
• Capable of working in a fast paced, high-volume clinical setting
• Experience of leading a team, including the training and coaching of others
• The desire for and commitment to continuous professional development
• A competent user of computer systems and programmes
• An excellent grasp of the English language both verbally and in written format
• A good team player - happy to jump in and support others when required

What are we offering you

• A salary of £35,000.00 + Depending On Experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A company pension scheme
• Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 well-being/counselling/advice service and a retail/technology discount scheme.
• An environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and courses.
• Working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients
• A bright, spacious and modern working environment, built to the highest standards

Please Note:Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer sponsorship.Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role.Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Lead Theatre Nurse, Theatre Manager, Senior Theatre Nurse, Theatre Odp Nurse, Practitioner, Theatre Practitioner, Theatre Team Member, Registered Nurse, Operating Department Practitioner, ClinicalNurse, Operating Nurse may also be considered for this role.

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