Scrub Practitioner / Odp

Main duties of the job You will be responsible for providing safe and effective perioperative care to women undergoing gynaecology and obstetric procedures. This includes preparing the theatre environment, scrubbing for different obstetrics & gynaecological procedures, assisting with positioning patients, Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of patient care, Delegation and supervision of junior grades, unqualified and less experienced staff, monitoring patients throughout procedures, and ensuring safe recovery in the post-operative period. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary theatre team to maintain high standards of patient care, support smooth theatre flow, and respond promptly to any emergencies. In addition, you will be expected to contribute to maintaining accurate patient records, adhere to infection control and health and safety standards, and participate in departmental audits and quality improvement initiatives. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as
you will be required to work across both theatres and recovery areas, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays, providing high-quality care in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated SCRUB Nurse or ODP to join our team within the Gynaecology and Obstetric Theatres at the Women's Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital. Our department comprises five theatres and two recovery areas, providing care for a wide range of obstetric and gynaecological procedures.

As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe and effective delivery of anaesthetic and perioperative care to women throughout their surgical journey. We are looking for registered nurses or ODPs (NMC or HCPC) with experience or a keen interest in scrub. Excellent communication, teamwork and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care are essential.

Flexibility is required, as you will be expected to work a rota that includes days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. In return, we offer a supportive and friendly working environment, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. Working within our busy obstetric and gynaecology theatres will provide valuable experience in both elective and emergency cases, allowing you to develop specialist skills in a fast-paced and rewarding area of practice.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

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