Job Summary
ARKLAY STEEL THEATRES
Operating Department Practitioner/Anaesthetic Nurse
Band 6Fixed term 12 months Maternity Cover - 37.5 hours per weekAn exciting opportunity has arisen within our service at the Hillingdon & Mount Vernon Hospital NHS Trust for an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated ODP/Anaesthetic Nurse to join our friendly dynamic hard-working theatre team.The Hillingdon Hospital & Mount Vernon NHS Trust is a busy district general situated near to London's Heathrow Airport. A diagnostic and treatment centre at Mount Vernon Hospital will provide day care and elective surgery for the Hillingdon area. This Treatment Centre will provide excellent learning and development opportunities for staff.The work is interesting and varied, the pace is fast but we can offer you a friendly and supportive environment with an excellent record of commitment to continuing professional development together with all the benefits of working for a Foundation Trust.Our theatre suite at the Hillingdon & Mount Vernon sites comprises of 13 theatres and 2 recovery units. The specialities include robotics, orthopaedics/ trauma, gynaecology, urology, dental, pain, ophthalmic and general. This department has 24hour theatre provision including obstetrics. A commitment to participate in shifts / on-calls / nights and weekends is essential.
Main duties of the job
- To provide responsible and high quality patient care maintaining standards in accordance of agreed policies.
- To provide skilled assistance as a member of the team in the operatingdepartment and any other area of the Trust as required.
- To maintain standards in accordance of agree policies, to achieve andmaintain a quality service.
- To participate in the training programmes of operating departmentpractitioners and act as a facilitator/mentor for pre-registration and postbased nursing student in Theatre.
About Us
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics.
The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities,community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.
Details
Date posted
11 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£44,485 to £52,521 a year per annum incl HCAA
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
394-ODPN-7368607
Job locations
Hillingdon
Pield Heath Road
Uxbridge
UB9 3NN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- To provide assistance to anaesthetists and surgeons in the form of allaspects of clinical work. This includes any cover that may be needed at theHillingdon Site ( obstetric Department, CT Scanner Room, MRI Scanner, ECT Suite, A & E Resus, CCU procedure room and any other areas)
- To work directly with surgeons and anaesthetists in preparation anddelivery of all medical/surgical procedures undertaken in the anaestheticrooms/theatres.
- To be responsible for the preparation of a safe environment to receive/treat patients within anaesthetic rooms/theatres.
Job Description
Please review the full job description attached
Job responsibilities
- To provide assistance to anaesthetists and surgeons in the form of allaspects of clinical work. This includes any cover that may be needed at theHillingdon Site ( obstetric Department, CT Scanner Room, MRI Scanner, ECT Suite, A & E Resus, CCU procedure room and any other areas)
- To work directly with surgeons and anaesthetists in preparation anddelivery of all medical/surgical procedures undertaken in the anaestheticrooms/theatres.
- To be responsible for the preparation of a safe environment to receive/treat patients within anaesthetic rooms/theatres.
Please Review The Full Job Description Attached
Person Specification
Essential
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Nurse/ODP
- ENB 176/182/183 or equivalent.
Desirable
- ENB 998/D32/D33/A1 or equivalent.
Essential
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of Professional Codes of Conduct and their implications for practice.
- Effective link between management and theatre team.
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Actively participate in teaching and training.
Essential
SKILLS AND ABILITY
- Excellent communication skills
- Good organisational skills.
- A commitment to high standards of working practice.
Desirable
Person Specification
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Good organisational skills.
- A commitment to high standards of working practice.
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hillingdon
Pield Heath Road
Uxbridge
UB9 3NN
Employer's website
https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hillingdon
Pield Heath Road
Uxbridge
UB9 3NN
Employer's website
https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)
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