About this role
Job summary
The Clinical Team Leader will undertake clinical ongoing responsibility for the designated area in which they are allocated. They will be required to provide managerial accountability in the absence of the Clinical Theatre Manager whilst under the supervision of Head of Services.
They will be responsible for the provision of high quality, individualised care to patients/clients and relatives as part of a multidisciplinary team.
In addition to clinical duties, the direct supervision and training of junior staff will be their responsibility in order to ensure the provision of a high quality and cost-effective service to patients and users.
The Clinical Team Leader will be responsible for acting in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the good standard and reputation of the trust
Nursing (acknowledgment - NMC Code of Professional Conduct 2008)Operating Department Practitioner (acknowledgment - HCPC Code of Professional Conduct 2012)
Main duties of the job
Clinical and Professional Responsibilities:
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care utilising research findings as appropriate.
Ensure all care is provided in accordance with Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Trust Policies.
Create and maintain legible and accurate records of care electronically and in hard copy.
Supervise junior staff and participate in orientation, supervision and the training of support staff.
Work with other disciplines and professions for the welfare of patients.
Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills using the trust's Performance Review System, enabling standards of patients care to be constantly monitored and improved.
Maintain a personal, professional profile, identifying role and skill developments.
Assist in the clinical preparation, intra-operative and peri-operative care of a patient as directed by the surgical and/or anaesthetic team.
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About us
Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM). They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation
Our mission is to be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other
Our vision is to be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn
Our approach to healthcare is founded on our four core values:
Kind - we are caring, supporting and respectful to everyone
Open - we are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working
Fair - we listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all
One team - we work well together and with our communities
We employ almost 6,500 people from more than 80 nationalities and are fully committed to being an equal, diverse and inclusive employer. Our culture and values ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, and that no job applicant or employee is disadvantaged at any stage of their journey.
We are also proud to be an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists and families.
Working at NCM means becoming part of a dedicated team of clinical and support staff who are passionate about keeping people well and supporting wellbeing. If you share our values and are motivated by making a difference for our patients, we'd be delighted to receive your application
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Experience Essential
Minimum of 2 years post registration experience Evidence of department management Experience of leading, motivating and supporting a team Experience of providing training and education Experience of presenting to others Experience of managing resources Experience of delegating workload and monitoring progress Experience of delegating workload and monitoring progress Ability to manage change
Qualifications Essential
HCPC ODP Registration or NMC Registration Perioperative Post Registration Education; recent personal & professional development Surgical Scrub and Circulating accredited course ALS Certificate Preceptor/Mentor or Clinical Assessors Course
Desirable
Recognised Recovery Module Recognised Transfer Course Surgical First Assistant Qualification Basic management course or must attain within the first 12 months
Skills, Knowledge and Competencies Essential
Comprehensive applied Anatomy and Physiology for relevant area Specialist knowledge of clinical procedures and surgical intervention techniques HCPC standards and limitations of professional practice Implementation of evidence-based practice Legal requirements relating to patients and Staff Willingness to learn Trust Policies and Procedures (or willingness to learn)
Desirable
Clinical Supervision Experience of Recruitment and Retention issues
Physical Skills Essential
Ability to accept responsibility for a department as required Ability to work as part of a team and project a positive image Delegation abilities and excellent time management skills Knowledge of Change Management Theory Ability to manage resources Problem solving approach and skills Listening/counselling skills Decision making skills - clinical and non-clinical Be able to use all theatre equipment - for example Cell saving machine/Lasers Flexibility/Adaptability to be able to work across the Directorate as required to meet patient needs Ability to use computer or willingness to learn
Desirable
Staff will be expected to undertake the Trust IV Administration and Cannulation Course within 12 months of commencement in post. Experience of Change management strategy
Physical Effort Essential
Manual handling of anaesthetised patients Able to assist in the safe moving and handling of loads
Mental Effort Essential
Ability to work under pressure, thinking and acting coherently and with respect to others Ability to articulate, discuss and implement plans for development Appraisal of staff Self-flexibility and adaptability to be able to work 24-hour shift pattern
Emotional Effort Essential
Ability to support vulnerable patients Ability to support patients in difficult or distressing circumstances Able to support staff in distressing situations
Working Conditions Essential
Compliance with Trust Uniform Policy Meet the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act Occupational Health Clearance in line with Trust Policy
Desirable
Internal rotation to nights
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)
Address Halton Site Theatres
Hospital way
Runcorn
WA7 2DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://northcheshireandmersey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)