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Trainee Operating Department Practitioner
Diploma of Higher Education in Operating Department Practice.
Please note this is a Trainee post, therefore Annex 21 applies*
We are looking for five enthusiastic, highly motivated and proactive people to undertake an innovative Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) program, which is being delivered in partnership with the University of the West of Scotland. Please be advised that you must meet minimum entry requirements for the university (please see person specification for more information).
• Are you a dynamic, hardworking and motivated person who wants to learn and develop?
• Do you want to be a vital part of the operating theatre team?
• Do you want to progress as a fully registered professional contributing to the very best of safe, effective and person-centered care?
If the answer to the above is yes, then we would encourage you to apply for one of the places on the course, of which course fees are fully paid by NHS Fife.
The course is a 2-year university program commencing September 2021 and is a blend of practice placements, along with online and taught education. Throughout both years of the program, you will progressively gain experience and be fully supported by mentors within the clinical areas.
After successful completion of the Dip HE in Operating Department Practice we will provide you the opportunity to consolidate your clinical practice in NHS Fife as a fully Registered Operating Department Practitioner. As well as achieving the Diploma, you will be fully registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
For trainees covered by Annex 21 where the period of training lasts for between one and four years, pay will be as follows:
• up to 12 months prior to completion of training: 75 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate.
• more than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: 70 per cent of the pay band maximum of the qualified rate of the qualified.
• more than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: 65 per cent of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate.
• more than three years from completion of training: 60 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate.
For further guidance on Annex 21 – see The NHS Staff Council Handbook
For further information please contact SCN Julie Gillespie on 01592 643355 ext 20454
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
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.