Scrub Practitioner/Nurse

We are seeking a Scrub Theatre Practitioner to work within our Theatre Suite for a mix of both elective and emergency theatres across a wide variety of specialties.

You will need to be able to demonstrate good communication skills and working with the multidisciplinary team, with an understanding of all integrated governance requirements of the theatre environment.

As a practitioner you will be a role model and advocate for the Trust’s values and participate in any developments within the Trust and within national guidelines relating to your specialty or theatre environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our team, personal and professional growth is actively encouraged and a wide range of career development opportunities are available including professional development support.

If you are committed to delivering excellence and a high quality patient focused service within the peri-operative environment then we would like to hear from you!

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

The post-holder will work in Darent Valley Hospital, Day Care Theatres, Main Theatres and Obstetric Theatres as needed and has responsibility to provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both perioperative patients and their relatives whilst they are under the care of Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust.

They will act as a clinical resource within the Unit and across the Division as necessary and assist in the development of an identified groups of staff and students within the Unit complement.

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jean-luc Meier Job title: Matron Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 02062613525