About this role
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a fully qualified Cardiac Surgical Care Practitioner to join the Cardiac Surgical Team at the Leeds General Infirmary.
This is an exciting time to join the Cardiac Surgical Service in Leeds as it is undergoing a programme of improvement and you will have the opportunity to help support this service through this development. A wide range of Cardiac Surgical procedures are carried out at the Leeds General Infirmary for patients with Acquired, Congenital and Adult Congenital Heart Disease.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be an integral part of the cardiac surgical team supporting the CSU in the delivery of key performance targets particularly the quality and experience agenda. You will support the teams to create an environment of continuous quality improvement ensuring that the delivery of patient care is regularly reviewed and that service developments are implemented when necessary. Self-motivation is essential along with passion, drive and resilience to cope with change within the Trust and the wider NHS. Excellent communication skills are essential to be able to influence and negotiate. Quality and safety will be your priority.
For further information and an informal discussion please contact Tracy Massey Deputy Perfusion Manager 0113 3925342.
About us The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time.
Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care.
We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page.
Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Job description Job responsibilities Why you should join our Team
The jobholder will practice under the guidance and direction of the Consultant Surgeon, participating and assisting in operative procedures, pre and post-operative care as necessary. The job holder will in partnership with the Matron, Theatre Coordinators, Perioperative Team Leaders and Specialist Perioperative Practitioners to provide education, training, and practice development within the surgical speciality peri- operative team based within the operating theatres.
The jobholder will monitor and improve standards of care through supervision of practice, clinical audit, evidence based practice, teaching and supporting colleagues, and will provide skilled professional leadership. The jobholder will actively contribute to the clinical governance agenda within the clinical management teams.
The job holder will maintain a visible and professional presence where patients, families, carers and staff can access for advice and support regarding pre, intra and post-operative care.
What you will bring to the role Criteria:
Registered Nurse Level 1 or 2 or Registered Operating Department Practitioner.
Recognised Surgical Care Practitioner Qualification
Evidence of CPD in a relevant specialty
Evidence of post-graduate study
Extensive experience working within a theatre environment
Evidence of on-going professional development
Demonstrable education and training within the clinical environment
Clinical audit and standard setting
Evidence of managing and leading staff
Previous experience as a Surgical Assistant (Desirable)
Advanced clinical expertise and surgical procedure skills
Advanced communication and leadership skills
Ability to monitor, maintain and improve service delivery
Excellent interpersonal skills
Teaching and assessing skills
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
For questions about this job, contact: Tracy Massey
Deputy Clinical Perfusion Manager
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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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.
Employer details Employer name Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address Leeds General Infirmary
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS1 3EX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)