Job Description

Fixed Term Maternity Cover one year: 37.5 hours per week
The post-holder will be working as part of the Surgical Admissions Lounge team and will be involved in the admission process of patients undergoing Surgery / Interventional Radiology procedures. Experience in phlebotomy and ECG is an advantage but training will be provided.
Surgical Admissions Lounge is a nurse led department and we strive for excellence and are passionate about the quality of care we deliver to our patients.You will work as part of the nursing team, ensuring our patients are prepared safely for theatre and receive high standards of care from the very start of their hospital journey. Your main role will be managing your own workload by preparing patients for surgery, under supervision of trained staff.
Main duties of the job
You will:

• Work proactively to ensure that theatre utilisation is optimised.
• Maintain our existing processes.
• Promote and deliver a high quality, patient focused service.
• Carry out regular auditing to ensure high levels of care are maintained.

About us
At 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.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Details
Date posted
12 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year Per Annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
405-25-CS425SAL
Job locations
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT 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 Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk 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 description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT 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 Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk 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 Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential

• Minimum pass grade in Mathematics (GCSE, CSE or O level or equivalent
• Minimum of pass grade in English Language (GCSE, CSE or O Level or equivalent)

Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Previous/recent experience of working in an acute secondary NHS care setting
• Evidence of knowledge in surgical pathway and recent work experience of surgical/operating department within the last 2 years
• Experience of working on own and in a team within a health care environment

Skills & Abilities
Essential

• Demonstrates achievement of numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to read/write, speak, receive and understand instructions in English

Desirable

• Good IT skills and an ability to retrieve and record information electronically
• Competent in a range of clinical skills, including taking manual BP, ECG and phlebotomy (although training can be provided if other skills are identified)
• Willingness to undertake training relevant to the scope of practice required
• Can work effectively as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team

Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential

• Minimum pass grade in Mathematics (GCSE, CSE or O level or equivalent
• Minimum of pass grade in English Language (GCSE, CSE or O Level or equivalent)

Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Previous/recent experience of working in an acute secondary NHS care setting
• Evidence of knowledge in surgical pathway and recent work experience of surgical/operating department within the last 2 years
• Experience of working on own and in a team within a health care environment

Skills & Abilities
Essential

• Demonstrates achievement of numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to read/write, speak, receive and understand instructions in English

Desirable

• Good IT skills and an ability to retrieve and record information electronically
• Competent in a range of clinical skills, including taking manual BP, ECG and phlebotomy (although training can be provided if other skills are identified)
• Willingness to undertake training relevant to the scope of practice required
• Can work effectively as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team

Skills Required