Band 2 Theatre Support Worker - Theatres

To work as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team assisting with patient care

activities under the direct supervision of a registered Theatre Practitioner. Following appropriate

training and assessment of competence undertake identified and delegated clinical and non

clinical duties.

The post holder will undertake the movement of patients, equipment and designated items

throughout the hospital and will contribute to the maintenance of a clean and safe working

environment.

The post holder will uphold the trust values and is expected to behave at all times in a way that

demonstrates commitment to the delivery of thoughtful, compassionate patient care and

continuous improvement of patient care quality, outcomes and experience., Provide good quality personalised care throughout their peri-operative journey in accordance with agreed local and national standards. Always ensuring the maintenance of confidentiality and the privacy and dignity of patients.

Assist in the positioning of patients in theatre before surgery and in the recovery area

Wear lead aprons and other radiation protection equipment for extended periods during shifts

The cleaning and preparation of the Operating Theatre, associated areas and equipment, the Anaesthetic rooms and the recovery areas inclusive of patient trolleys.

Transport patients between Wards and Theatre, assisting with transferring patients to and from the operating table and help position them for surgical procedures under supervision of the registered Theatre Practitioner.

Assist to maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.

Maintaining accurate records of all relevant theatre documentation.

Remove soiled linen, theatre clinical waste, black bag and cardboard rubbish from Operating Theatres to collection points ensuring conformity with the Trust/Theatre Waste Policy.

To be familiar with and comply with all Trust/Theatre Policies, Practices and Procedures.

To take part in an annual appraisal.

To be flexible to meet the needs of the service

To undertake any other duties that are required, commensurate with the post and grade and have been discussed with the post holder.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.