Surgical Assistant

Closing Date 26th February 2020

Reference SA/20/02

Due to continued expansion and increased workload, Kingsbridge Private Hospital have created a new opportunity for a Surgical Assistant in our facility on the Lisburn Road, Belfast. The successful applicant will join an experienced theatre team within a friendly and modern environment.

Location	Kingsbridge Private Hospital, Lisburn Road
Salary	Please direct salary enquiries to recruitment@kingsbridgehealthcaregroup.com
Department	Theatres
Contract	Full time, Permanent
Hours	37.5 per week
Responsible to	Consultant Surgeon/Theatre Manager
Accountable to	General Manager

Job Summary

The post holder will provide continuous competent and dedicated assistance under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon throughout the procedure, while not performing any form of surgical intervention.

Overview of tasks/responsibilities:

Improving communication between theatre, patient and ward.
Involvement in the team completion of the WHO surgical safety checklist for all surgical interventions.
Male and female urethral catheterisation.
Assistance with patient positioning, including tissue viability assessment.
Skin preparation prior to surgery and draping.
Use and maintenance of specialised surgical equipment relevant to the area of their work.
Handling of tissues and manipulation of organs for exposure or access under direct observation of the operating surgeon.
Superficial and deep tissue retraction.
Assistance with haemostasis to secure and maintain a clear operating field, including indirect application of surgical diathermy as directed by the operating surgeon.
Use of suctions guided by the operating surgeon.
Camera and instrument manipulation under the direction of the surgeon during minimal access surgery.
Cutting of deep sutures and ligatures.
Application of dressings.
Assistance with the transfer of patients to the postoperative anaesthetic care unit.

The above list is not exhaustive and additional / alternative tasks may be required from time to time as directed.

Person Specification:

Factor	Essential	Desirable
Qualifications and experience required	Surgical First Assistant’s course qualification OR 1 years’ previous experience working as a Surgical Assistant in a hospital with competencies. Registered Nuse/ODP or Healthcare Assistant
Special skills / abilities	Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Evidence of problem-solving and decision-making skills Good team player Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively Willingness to accept additional responsibilities
Personal attributes	Clarity of speech Punctual timekeeper	Positive role model
Additional requirements	Ability to work core hours Flexible approach to shift patterns and cover

Closing date for all applications is Wednesday 26th February 2020 at 4pm.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete an application and monitoring form and return to the recruitment team at:
Human Resources Department, Kingsbridge Healthcare Group, Channel Wharf, 21 Old Channel Road, Titanic Quarter, Belfast, BT3 9DE or email to recruitment@kingsbridgehealthcaregroup.com

Download Application Form Download Monitoring Form

For queries, or further information, please contact the HR Department on 028 9073 5232.