Job Description

To be responsible for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team across both sites (Walton and Halton) and to participate in the assessment of patient care needs implementing and maintaining agreed standards of care. Following Codes of Professional Practice provide high quality care to patients undergoing treatment within the Peri-Operative Environment.Main duties of the job1. Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of patient care2. Delegation and supervision of junior grades, unqualified and less experienced staff3. Working with members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team following local protocols and standards4. Awareness of the effective management of resources within the department5. Participate in clinical trials and research when required6. Provide a leadership role model, demonstrating specialist knowledgeand high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice when necessaryAbout usThe Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.Date posted29 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salaryxc2xa329,970 to xc2xa336,483 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number160-7003689Job locationsThe Walton Centre NHS Foundation TrustLower LaneLiverpoolL9 7LJJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the job description and person specification document for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the job description and person specification document for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Anaesthetic Practitioner ODP Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Operating Department Practice or equivalent Or Degree in Operating Department Practice Or ODA 752
• Scrub / Recovery as above OR: RN - 1 ST level Registration

• Diploma or Degree in related Health Care Studies
• PQF theatre modules as part of degree pathway
• Mentorship qualification
• D32 / 33
• EDCL or equivalent
• Post reg. study in Neuro specific area

• Demonstrate a multi-skilled clinical approach.
• Proven ability to deliver high standards of care.
• Computer literacy
• Good organizational skills

• Previous perioperative experience
• Previous neurosurgery experience
• Minimum of 1 year experience in associated position (acute care / ODP training)
• Proven Experience in similar role
• Knowledge of Health Care issues

• Evidence of Professional and Personal Development.
• Liaise confidently and effectively with other disciplines
• An understanding of Resource Management

• Organisational and Problem solving skills.
• Ability to prioritise work/people

• Anaesthetic Practitioner ODP Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Operating Department Practice or equivalent Or Degree in Operating Department Practice Or ODA 752
• Scrub / Recovery as above OR: RN - 1 ST level Registration

• Diploma or Degree in related Health Care Studies
• PQF theatre modules as part of degree pathway
• Mentorship qualification
• D32 / 33
• EDCL or equivalent
• Post reg. study in Neuro specific area

• Demonstrate a multi-skilled clinical approach.
• Proven ability to deliver high standards of care.
• Computer literacy
• Good organizational skills

• Previous perioperative experience
• Previous neurosurgery experience
• Minimum of 1 year experience in associated position (acute care / ODP training)
• Proven Experience in similar role
• Knowledge of Health Care issues

• Evidence of Professional and Personal Development.
• Liaise confidently and effectively with other disciplines
• An understanding of Resource Management

• Organisational and Problem solving skills.
• Ability to prioritise work/people

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