Opportunity to work with leading clinicians and be a part of a multidisciplinary team, enhancing collaborative skills and teamwork.
Engagement in cutting-edge patient care practices that push the boundaries of anaesthetic procedures.
Access to extensive professional development resources, including in-house training, coaching, and a dedicated practice development nurse.
Experience across a diverse range of specialities such as Cardiac, renal, paediatric, and major trauma, enriching clinical knowledge and skills.
Involvement in the implementation of innovative approaches to perioperative care, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability.
Benefit from a robust career development programme along with a staff recognition scheme that acknowledges hard work and dedication.
Flexible working conditions with additional perks such as bank income options, cycle to work schemes, car lease options, and season ticket loans.
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking qualified anaesthetic practitioners or Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) to join their multidisciplinary team in London. The role involves providing high-quality, evidence-based perioperative care to both NHS and private patients, with opportunities to work across various specialties including cardiac, renal, and major trauma. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to professional development, embrace new working practices, and possess NMC/HCPC registration without restrictions.
Successful applicants will benefit from a comprehensive education and training program, including one-on-one coaching, and will have access to a range of career development initiatives and employee benefits such as cycle-to-work schemes and season ticket loans. The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient care, exhibit flexibility, and have the ability to assess and implement individualized care plans effectively.
Successful applicants will benefit from a comprehensive education and training program, including one-on-one coaching, and will have access to a range of career development initiatives and employee benefits such as cycle-to-work schemes and season ticket loans. The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient care, exhibit flexibility, and have the ability to assess and implement individualized care plans effectively.
Opportunity to work with leading clinicians and be a part of a multidisciplinary team, enhancing collaborative skills and teamwork.
Engagement in cutting-edge patient care practices that push the boundaries of anaesthetic procedures.
Access to extensive professional development resources, including in-house training, coaching, and a dedicated practice development nurse.
Experience across a diverse range of specialities such as Cardiac, renal, paediatric, and major trauma, enriching clinical knowledge and skills.
Involvement in the implementation of innovative approaches to perioperative care, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability.
Benefit from a robust career development programme along with a staff recognition scheme that acknowledges hard work and dedication.
Flexible working conditions with additional perks such as bank income options, cycle to work schemes, car lease options, and season ticket loans.
At Imperial College Healthcare, you'll be working with leading clinicians pushing the boundaries in patient care. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join our multidisciplinary team of skilled and motivated staff who provide high-quality care to our patients, both NHS and private. We are currently looking to recruit qualified anaesthetic/ODP nurses.
Together we aim to continue to deliver the highest standard of evidence-based perioperative care, resulting in increased patient satisfaction. We are implementing new ways of working, so we require forward-thinking individuals ready to embrace change and take on new and exciting challenges.
We are committed to your professional development and will provide you with a range of education, in-house training, and one-to-one coaching coordinated by a dedicated practice development nurse and senior nursing team. You will gain experience working with a wide range of specialities, for example - Cardiac, renal, complex general and gynaecology, plastics, paediatric, vascular and major trauma. You'll benefit from a career development programme, a staff recognition scheme, the option of bank income and a range of extras such as cycle to work and car lease schemes, and a season ticket loan.
To be successful in this role, you'll possess a passion for excellence and improvement, a flexible approach, and NMC/HCPC registration without restrictions.
- To provide high quality, effective, individualised care to all patients that is compassionate and caring
- To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate them without supervision
- To keep up to date with skills and knowledge
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The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
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1. Can you describe your previous experience as an anaesthetic practitioner or ODP, particularly in a multidisciplinary team setting?
2. What are the key factors you consider when assessing a patient’s care needs prior to anaesthesia?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to manage a high-pressure situation during a surgical procedure? What was your role, and what was the outcome?
4. How do you ensure that you stay current with the latest practices and developments in anaesthetic care?
5. Which specialities have you worked with previously, and how do you feel that experience prepares you for this role?
1. Can you describe your previous experience as an anaesthetic practitioner or ODP, particularly in a multidisciplinary team setting?
2. What are the key factors you consider when assessing a patient’s care needs prior to anaesthesia?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to manage a high-pressure situation during a surgical procedure? What was your role, and what was the outcome?
4. How do you ensure that you stay current with the latest practices and developments in anaesthetic care?
5. Which specialities have you worked with previously, and how do you feel that experience prepares you for this role?
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Useful skills for an Anaesthetic Practitioner/ ODP:
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To work as an Anaesthetic Practitioner or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) in the UK, you will need a combination of education, clinical skills, and personal attributes. Here are the key skills and qualifications typically required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Relevant Degree or Diploma:
- A degree in Operating Department Practice (ODP) or a related healthcare field.
- Alternatively, a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in ODP.
2. Registration:
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is mandatory for practicing as an ODP.
Clinical Skills:
1. Anaesthesia Skills:
- Familiarity with different types of anaesthetic techniques and drug administration.
- Ability to monitor patients' vital signs and responses to anaesthesia.
2. Surgical Procedures:
- Understanding of surgical anatomy and the procedures conducted in the operating theatre.
- Skills in providing support during surgical operations.
3. Emergency Care:
- Knowledge of resuscitation techniques and ability to respond to emergencies, including airway management and basic life support.
4. Infection Control:
- Understanding of infection prevention procedures in a surgical environment.
5. Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with medical equipment, including anaesthetic machines and monitoring devices.
Personal Attributes:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Teamwork:
- Collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team in the operating theatre.
3. Attention to Detail:
- Precision in administering medications and monitoring patients during surgery.
4. Problem-Solving Skills:
- Ability to think critically and make decisions quickly in high-pressure environments.
5. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding patient needs and providing emotional support to patients and their families.
Continuous Professional Development:
1. Updating Knowledge:
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up with advances in anaesthesia and surgical procedures.
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