Theatre Healthcare Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Theatre Support Worker/ Healthcare Assistant to join our Theatre team in delivering a first class service to both our patients and staff.

The successful applicant will have been working in Theatres recently and will be up to date in current practices. Will provide care of patients undergoing invasive procedures admitted to the hospital and will provide surgical services to Consultants.

Located in leafy St John’s Wood on the Jubilee line, minutes from Central London, our luxury private Hospital has an international reputation for providing the highest quality of care to patients and is unique in that all profits fund our onsite Hospice, St John’s.

What are the main responsibilities of Theatre HCA Role?

• Assisting with the provision of a safe Perioperative environment for patients, staff and visitors within the Theatre Suite
• Assisting staff in setting up theatres with equipment and supplies
• Participating in circulating duties, providing the Scrub Practitioner with the necessary materials and equipment while adhering to strict Aseptic principles.
• Assisting with the moving and handling of patients and loads Ensuring that patient privacy and dignity are respected at all times
• Recognising a clinical emergency and respond in a positive appropriate manner
• Demonstrating and maintaining awareness of patient confidentiality and ensure a safe and secure environment at all times
• To be aware of, and demonstrate adherence to, the Hospital’s policy on infection control with special attention to provision and use of PPE and sharps awareness.
• Completion of the Intraoperative patient record and accurate traceability of prosthesis records of all endoscopes, endoscopy accessories and Theatre equipment
• Maintain accurate maintenance records of all equipment and room checks
• To adhere to the recommendations for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and risk assessments appropriate to the clinical area
• To participate in maintaining a clean environment
• Actively participate in the cleaning of theatres between cases and at the end of a list using the appropriate equipment, PPE and detergents maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• To assist in the checking, unpacking and storing of items delivered to the clinical area
• To liaise with the Theatre Coordinator and Estates to ensure that maintenance problems are reported to the Estates maintenance desk promptly
• To report any accidents or incidents to the coordinator on duty and to complete the necessary Datix report
• To be aware of potential hazards to patients, staff and visitors and report to person in charge any problems or faults
• To answer the telephone in a courteous manner and relay both verbal and written messages accurately and promptly

Am I the right person for this Theatre Support Worker Role?

• Good level of education, minimum GCSE
• Basic computer skills
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent
• The Care certificate is desirable
• Experience of team work and completing set objectives
• Previous Theatre Support Worker experience is desirable
• Infection control within the Perioperative environment
• Problem solving and ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility in both written and spoken English
• Able to demonstrate good literacy and numeracy skills
• Ability to maintain a sterile field and safety within the Theatre
• Good attendance record
• Flexibility to change shifts when department needs change
• Enthusiastic, Reliable and able to work under pressure
• Neat and tidy appearance

Why apply for this role as a Theatre Support Worker?

At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. We offer competitive salaries and contributory pension schemes including the option to continue with NHS pensions. Other benefits available after a qualifying period include; season ticket loans, private healthcare cover and high street discounts.

Working with us, all eligible employees receive;

• Competitive pay with progressive band structuring
• Private healthcare cover of up to £20,000 per year
• Ongoing training and development programmes
• Discounts at local, national and online shops
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Cycle to work loan scheme
• Employee “Service Excellence” recognition rewards

If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.