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Deputy Sister/Senior Operating Department Practitioner OrthopaedicsJoin to apply for theDeputy Sister/Senior Operating Department Practitioner Orthopaedicsrole atAntistatique Deputy Sister/Senior Operating Department Practitioner Orthopaedics2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theDeputy Sister/Senior Operating Department Practitioner Orthopaedicsrole atAntistatique Job SummaryTheatres are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior ODP / Deputy Sister (Band 6) to support the Orthopaedic team within Theatres at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust . Job SummaryTheatres are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior ODP / Deputy Sister (Band 6) to support the Orthopaedic team within Theatres at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust .The Theatres complex at Dorset County Hospital includes Main Theatres (8 Theatres), Day Surgery Unit (2 Theatres), Weymouth Community Hospital (1 Theatre) as well as the Procedure Room at South Walks House.We currently have a vacancy for a committed and enthusiastic individual to manage an established team in delivering high quality care that is rapidly adapting to meet the needs of a diverse local population.Successful applicants should have previous experience in leading Orthopaedicswithin Theatres, good communication skills and enjoy working in a swiftly changing and challenging environment. You will be required to work as part of a motivated team as well as being able to work on own initiative. Main Theatres operates a 24 hour a day, 7 days a week service and staff are expected to work nights and weekends. The applicant will work predominately in Main Theatres but will be expected to work in Day Surgery, Weymouth or South Walks, depending on the needs of the service.We can offer superb career and professional development opportunities with a structured orientation programme whilst the department provides a challenging work environment.We look forward to your application.Main duties of the jobTo provide skilled specialist assistance in the delivery of high quality, cost effective patient care throughout the Operating Department. To participate as an integral member of the theatre team giving leadership and guidance to less experienced staff. Participate in the Theatre Co-ordinator rota when required. Please note that Theatres is a 24 hour/ 7 day per week service and the post will be expected to work nights and weekends.About UsAt DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.As a trust we are support a number of overseas applicants into UK based roles.DetailsDate posted31 July 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£38,682 to £46,580 a year Per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number405-25-NM339ORTHJob locationsDorset County HospitalWilliams AvenueDorchesterDT1 2JYJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesOur DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.Please contact us at if you are unable to view or download the attachment.For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.Job DescriptionJob responsibilitiesOur DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.Please contact us at if you are unable to view or download the attachment.For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.Person SpecificationEssentialEducation, Qualifications & TrainingRegistered General Nurse or NVQ Level III Operating Department Practitioner Evidence of continuing professional developmentDesirableRecognised teaching and assessing qualificationKnowledgeEssentialExperience of multidisciplinary team leadership. Extensive relevant experience in Orthopaedic ServiceDesirableInvolvement in staff development/training with evidence of proactive teaching/assessingEssentialSkills, Abilities & KnowledgeEvidence of ability to practice as a current, competent, and proficient practitioner Demonstrates evidence of ability to manage time effectively in a flexible and adaptable manner. Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems to support this process Demonstrates ability to work under pressure and utilise problem solving skills to deal with unpredictable service requirements.DesirableDemonstrates awareness of necessity to maintain service with due regard to financial constraints. Demonstrates evidence of an area of special interest and maintains innovative/proactive attitude to practice development, with due regard to process of change. Demonstrates awareness of personnel management issues/skills and responsibilities, and critical appraisal skills.Person SpecificationEssentialEvidence of ability to practice as a current, competent, and proficient practitioner Demonstrates evidence of ability to manage time effectively in a flexible and adaptable manner. Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems to support this process Demonstrates ability to work under pressure and utilise problem solving skills to deal with unpredictable service requirements.DesirableDemonstrates awareness of necessity to maintain service with due regard to financial constraints. Demonstrates evidence of an area of special interest and maintains innovative/proactive attitude to practice development, with due regard to process of change. Demonstrates awareness of personnel management issues/skills and responsibilities, and critical appraisal skills.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameDorset County Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressDorset County HospitalWilliams AvenueDorchesterDT1 2JYEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameDorset County Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressDorset County HospitalWilliams AvenueDorchesterDT1 2JYEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Other Industries Medical Practices Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Antistatique by 2x Get notified about new Sister jobs inDorchester, England, United Kingdom . 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