Job overview

Theatres 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  Orthopaedics within 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 job

• To 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.

Working for our organisation

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.

As a trust we are support a number of overseas applicants into UK based roles.