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Please note this is a trainee post, therefore Annex 21 pay arrangements will apply.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Trainees are paid a percentage of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate which is dependent on the duration of the training period (see terms and conditions in job pack).
We are looking for suitably qualified HCSW and or new employees to undertake and complete Operating Department Practitioners (ODP) programme in partnership with the University of the West of Scotland.
The role of the Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) is to work as part of the multidisciplinary perioperative team delivering high standards of perioperative care. ODPs roles mainly cover anaesthetic assistants, scrub practitioner and recovery practitioner within the surgical operating theatres.
Are you a dynamic, motivated and hardworking individual who wants to learn and develop?
Do you want to play a vital role within the Operating theatre and progress as a fully registered professional?
If so, NHS Ayrshire and Arran would encourage your application and submission on the course with UWS.
The course is a 2 year university programme commencing August 2023 and is a blend of online and work based learning, including the provision of placements and study time. In order to fulfil all aspects of the course the successful trainees will be expected to complete placements at University Hospital Crosshouse, Ayrshire Maternity Unit and University Hospital Ayr. Throughout the programme you will be fully supported by mentors within the clinical area and NHS AA are committed to supporting all course fees.
After successful completion of the Dip HE in Operating Department Practice you will be eligible for registration with Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and will have the opportunity to apply for a Band 5 ODP position within NHS AA.
Hours: 37.5 per week
For further information please contact:
Nicola Roxburgh Clinical Educator Theatres UHA: Nicola.roxburgh@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 01292 610555 ext 14267
Aileen Main, Senior Charge Nurse, Theatres, UHC: Aileen.Main@aapct.scot.nhs.uk, Tel: 01563 827724
Sharon Brown Regional Education Lead ODP Programme: Sharon.Brown5@ggc.scot.nhs.uk / 07866012268