About The Role UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ make a difference for every patientSurgical First Assistant - PlymouthPart-time 30 hours per weekSalary: £32,991.94Practice Plus Group is one of England’s largest independent providers of self-pay, insured, and NHS healthcare. Practice Plus Group Hospital Plymouth has a CQC Good rating and provides excellent healthcare to the population of Plymouth and the south west region, including Cornwall, Isles of Scilly, and all of Devon. We are an elective surgical centre providing arthroplasty surgery, orthopaedics, general surgery, endoscopy, and cataract surgery. The clinical departments include Outpatients, Day Surgery Unit, 30-bed Inpatient Ward, 4 Theatres, Endoscopy suite, Radiography, Physiotherapy, and Pharmacy, with care provided by a multidisciplinary team. For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact the Hiring Manager - Eve by emailingEv.E.Wellard@ . The closing date for applications is [date], and interviews will take place on [date] only.What you'll be doing Providing continuous competent support and dedicated assistance, under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon, throughout the surgical procedure. Principal Duties and Responsibilities As part of the multidisciplinary team, the Surgical First Assistant (SFA) is responsible for assessing, evaluating, and implementing care for patients within the peri-operative phase of surgery, ensuring high standards of care. Please download a copy of the attached job description for further details.What we look for in you Registered Nurse or Registered Operating Department Practitioner Surgical First Assistant Qualification At least 2 years theatre experience as a scrub practitioner Mentorship Qualification Evidence of competence as a scrub practitioner Effective management of resources, especially financial and human Knowledge of current research, key issues, and developments in theatre practice Knowledge of Health & Safety/Risk Management within the operating department In return, we offer:Salary: £32,991.94 per year 25 days annual leave (increasing with years of employment) + bank holidays Private pension with employer and employee contributions Continuous training and development Access to Reward Recognition scheme and discounted offers#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Surgical First Assistant