About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a motivated Anaesthetic Practitioner (Nurse/ODP) to become a vital part of team. Our primary goal is to deliver the highest standard of perioperative care, ensuring excellent patient outcomes and satisfaction.
We have two Band 6 posts within RMCH/MRI MR Research Scan for experienced paediatric anaesthetic practitioners. These posts are part time consisting of 18.75hrs each, with fixed days every Wednesday and Friday's.
You will be working alongside paediatric anaesthetists to deliver care in the Oncology clinic based in RMCH ward 84 Day Case every Wednesday and the Research MR scan located in nuclear medicine, MRI every Friday
On days where there are no allocated patients in either area you will be allocated to work in paediatric theatres at RMCH.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking to recruit hard working, caring individuals to work alongside our busy clinical team in RMCH. As a Band 6 ODP/Anaesthetic nurse, you will be working in 2 different areas of MFT. These include, MR Research Scan located in Nuclear Medicine at Manchester Royal Infirmary and Oncology Clinic located on Ward 84 Day Case Department at RMCH.
You will be working closely with the research team from UoM and paediatric anaesthetists as well as the Oncology team to deliver patient care. You will be working in satellite/isolated areas with support from your colleague and the RMCH anaesthetic team.
You will be required to ensure all consumables are available in each area and stock rotation is completed at the end of each day.
Advocate for the patient throughout their journey, ensuring their dignity and well-being are maintained.
Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, communicating clearly with anaesthetists, and other healthcare professionals.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge, Training and Experience Essential
Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner, current qualification and NMC/HCPC registration. Extensive experience of paediatric anaesthetics. Experience of working with children with complex conditions and airways. Experience of radiology procedures as an ODP/Anaesthetic Nurse Experience of supporting and developing staff and students within the clinical environment. Current knowledge of relevant professional and NHS policy.
Desirable
Be willing to undertake own further professional development. Previous experience within other clinical settings including paediatric theatre environment. Appropriate leadership course Mentorship Qualification. Experience of effective multi disciplinary working, decision making and conflict resolution. Be willing to complete Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training.
Skills & Abilities Essential
Ability to manage time and workload. Ability to delegate tasks appropriately. Excellent communication skills - both verbally and written. Excellent interpersonal skills able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels in stakeholder organisations. Able to work equally well as part of a wider team as well as individually. Ability to implement new ideas and concepts. Team player and motivated to deliver high standards of patient care. Able to make decisions and aware of own limitations within role.
Desirable
IT Skills Experience using Hive Extended clinical skills.
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.
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Employer details Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address RMCH Children's Theatres
Hathersage Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)