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Another exciting opportunity has arisen for existing Healthcare Support Workers or new NHS employees to undertake an innovative Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) programme being delivered over two years, by the University of the West of Scotland.
The Dip HE ODP programme is undertaken online and will be assessed in a range of perioperative settings throughout NHS Grampian, such as general; orthopaedic; ear, nose and throat; obstetric surgery, anaesthetic and post-anaesthetic care (recovery). It is an opportunity to undertake work based experiential and reflective learning whilst being employed; during the two year programme you will be paid a percentage of a band 5 rate (£26,364 in first year: £28,248 in second year).
You are required to have five qualification, two of which must be at Higher level; or SVQ Level 3 or equivalent. To meet HCPC (2018) requirements for accreditation all candidates must be able to communicate in English to the standard equivalent to level 7 of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with no element below 6.5.
The Diploma of Higher Education in Operating Department Practice, cohort 2023 will commence on August 28th and is a blend of practice placements, along with online and taught education.
Successful completion of the programme will lead to professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and a job offer as a Band 5 ODP within NHS Grampian.
Interviews will be held on the Forresterhill Health Campus site on June 13th 2023.
For further information on this exciting opportunity please contact:
Shiona McKelvie, Regional Lead for ODP Education (North Region)
Email: shiona.mckelvie2@nhs.scot