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Operating Department Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship

Employer
NHS England Apprenticeships
Location
Torquay
Salary
Competitive salary
Closing date
8 Feb 2023

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Job Details

Job summary

The Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) will work towards becoming a Registered Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) by undertaking an apprenticeship programme incorporating the Integrated Degree Apprenticeship Standards for Operating Department Practice. The apprenticeship programme combines academic and work-based learning; the Apprentice ODP will be fully supported to develop the skills required over the duration of the apprenticeship.

They will work collaboratively to maintain patient safety and provide high standards of skilled care and support during each stage of the patient's journey through the operating theatre, including three distinct phases of Perioperative Care (anaesthesia, surgery and post anaesthetic care).

The Apprentice ODP will ensure their activities are in accordance with the Association for Perioperative Practice (2017) Standards and Recommendations for Perioperative Practice.

On completion of the apprenticeship programme the Apprentice ODP will demonstrate that they meet the Health & Care Professions Council (2014) Standards of Proficiency for Operating Department Practitioners and are therefore eligible to apply for HCPC registration.

Pay scale- Band 3 £20,330 per annum for the first two years, Band 4 £22,549 per annum for third year; upon completion and registration with HCPC Band 5 £25,665-31,534 per annum

Main duties of the job

  • Practice (under supervision) in association with the multidisciplinary team and within prescribed limits
  • Use evidence based care for practice
  • Respond appropriately to emergency situations
  • Undertake anaesthetic, surgical & post-anaesthesia care interventions under supervision.
  • Provide individualized care for patients prior to and throughout surgery or other procedures, including providing reassurance and support.
  • Use a wide range of clinical skills to provide a safe environment during the administration and maintenance of anaesthesia.
  • Preparation of a wide range of specialist equipment and devices.
  • Position the patient to optimize surgical access, maintaining patient safety and dignity.
  • Perform scrub and circulating duties under guidance and supervision of the mentor and in line with local Trust policies.
  • Ensure the correct management of clinical specimens.
  • Observe and monitor the patient's vital signs. Monitor airway, breathing & circulation.
  • Maintain the patient's airway, identifying and responding to changes in the patient's condition.
  • Monitor & record fluids balance & administer prescribed fluids appropriately
  • Monitor the effects of drugs & take appropriate action is response to significant changes
  • Assess & monitor individuals pain status & administer prescribed pain relief appropriately
  • Communicate effectively the handover the care of the patient.


About us

o Cooperate and communicate clearly and professionally with all members of the multidisciplinary team and other agencies to facilitate effective provision of care and treatment.o Responsible for communicating and involving patients and their families / carers as appropriate during the planning and delivery of this care to ensure that they understand and agree with the program of care.o Ensure and demonstrate written communication through up-to-date, succinct, clear, legible, accurate and comprehensive paper and electronic documentation.o Ensure and demonstrate effective communication takes place between patients, relatives/carers and staff.o Support bereaved and distressed patients, relatives and carers.o Listen effectively and modify communication to individual needs.

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Date posted

25 January 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£21,730 to £32,934 a year Please see advert for details

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

388-4945679-AHP

Job locations

Torbay and South Devon Healthcare Trust

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • oHealth and social care experience


Desirable

  • oExperience in operating theatres


Qualifications and training

Essential

  • oCare certificate
  • oGCSE-Three subjects at grade C/4 or above Must include Mathematics, English language and Science subject
  • AND 112 UCAS points OR oNVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or associated subject and a portfolio of evidence

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • oHealth and social care experience


Desirable

  • oExperience in operating theatres


Qualifications and training

Essential

  • oCare certificate
  • oGCSE-Three subjects at grade C/4 or above Must include Mathematics, English language and Science subject
  • AND 112 UCAS points OR oNVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or associated subject and a portfolio of evidence


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) .

Additional information

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) .

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay and South Devon Healthcare Trust

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

Employer's website

https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay and South Devon Healthcare Trust

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

Employer's website

https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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