Job description
Surgical First Assistant Scrub Practitioner | Theatres | Band 7 Equivalent | Liverpool | Full Time | Up to £2000 Joining Bonus Offered
Spire Liverpool has an exciting opportunity for a Surgical First Assistant’s, to join our Warm and friendly team. We are developing our theatre service by investing in our surgical first assistant team. As a SFA in our Theatre complex you will be working with a wide variety of specialisms including General Surgery, Vascular, Plastics, Gynae, Ophthalmology, Spinal, Urology and ENT you will be able to develop your clinical skills in a modern and supportive environment
Spire Liverpool has 4 Theatres, 3 laminar flow and a minor ops/endoscopy unit, a 36 bedded Surgical Ward covering a wide variety of specialties including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Vascular, Plastics, Gynae, Ophthalmology, Spinal, Urology and ENT.
Duties and responsibilities
Spire Liverpool offers comprehensive private hospital services in a comfortable and relaxed environment to patients from across the Liverpool City Region. We believe it's our people that really set us apart, from the very best medical professionals, to our attentive and highly experienced support staff.
- Assist in scrubbing for Consultant led surgeries that vary in complexity and specialism
- You will assess patient’s health and well-being across a complex and changing caseload.
- Develop care plans that are appropriate to the patient, taking into consideration the care pathway, perioperative risks and their wellbeing.
Who we're looking for
- Qualified ODP/Scrub Nurse.
- NMC or HCPC registered with no restrictions on your pin.
- Surgical First Assistant experience is essential.
- At least 2 years scrub experience.
- Have been employed in a surgical/Theatre setting.
- You will be highly motivated and used to working in challenging but rewarding environment.
Benefits
We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Alishia Okereafor on [email protected] or 07850735207
Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it’s their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications
About Us: Welcome to Spire Healthcare Careers - Here at Spire Healthcare, caring is our passion. We have been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 25 years. Everything we do works towards one vision; to provide the best care possible. We’re committed to looking after people, both patients and staff. Join us, and you’ll receive a warm welcome.
Who are we? - A profitable, successful business led by an experienced and stable senior management team, we provide the highest quality of care through the latest medical technology, new facilities, and a focus on inspiring leadership and employee development.
About the Team: Spire Liverpool Hospital is a leading provider of private hospital treatments for our patients in the North West of England. With a full multidisciplinary medical team, we’re specialists in a wide range of treatments. Our high-quality accommodation and aftercare means we’re committed to looking after you and your health.