Anaesthetic Practitioner ODP

Job summaryTo view full details of the forth coming Lewisham Surgical Centre, please click the link below:Work with us at Lewisham Surgical Centre - 1We are looking for experienced anaesthetic practitioners to join our Lewisham Surgical Centre team to provide direct patient care prior and during anaesthesia and to assist the anaesthetists in the provision of anaesthetics and preparation of equipment and monitoring.The LSC, currently under construction at the heart of University Hospital Lewisham, is set to be a cutting edge facility, serving all of south east London and running a high volume of Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) day case procedures.ENT procedures currently have one of the largest waiting lists of any specialty in the country. As such, this will be a fast-paced, highly rewarding role based around two brand-new theatres running six days per week, 10 hours per day, delivering six all-day lists, 48 weeks per year. The centre would be 12 all days extended lists as two theatres.You will be accountable and responsible for providing a high standard of patient focused individualised care, with an evidenced based practice focus.

You will also be able to communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the effective running of the theatre /department.If you are already working in the areas of anaesthetics or would like to peruse a new career pathway in this specialty, then now is your opportunity to join a hard-working and dedicated team.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be accountable and responsible for providing a high standard of patient focused individualised care, with an evidenced based practice focus.They will be expected to carry out aspects of patient care without direct supervision. They will be able to communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the effective running of the theatre / department.Utilising the principles of the national framework and local strategy of Clinical Governance and other national initiatives, they will participate in action on improvements in patient care. The post holder will carry out all duties in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC) Codes of Conduct, HCPC and Relevant Trust policies.About usPlease refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for ApplicantsOur people are our greatest asset.

When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership developmentWidening access (anchor institution) and employabilityImproving the experience of staff with disabilityImproving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and developmentMaking equalities mainstreamDetailsDate posted17 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£39,959 to £48,117 a yearPer annum plus HCAContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number197-R-LC8591Job locationsLewisham Hospital NHS trustHigh Street LewishamLondonSE13 6LHUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo deliver a high standard of patient focused individualised nursing care using a team nursing care approach.To assess, plan implement and evaluate care of patients from admission to discharge using an integrated care pathway (ICP) or the nursing process.To assist anaesthetist / surgeon / with emergency / elective procedures in all hospital departments as required.To ensure stock levels are adequate for effective perioperative care.To maintain effective channels of communication with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team involved in providing care.To understand the principles of clinical governance and the impact on patient care, i.e. audit and evidenced based practice.Ensure that written documentation are maintained in line with the NMC standards for Records and Record Keeping and Trust policy.To ensure that medication is given to patients in line with the NMC and Trust policy and guidelines.To act safely and develop skills to be effective in emergency situations, e.g. cardiac arrest.To practice within the framework of corporate and local policies.To be professionally sensitive to the needs of patients and colleagues.To participate in the development of your Personal Development Plan and identify your own professional, educational and training needs and goals.To ensure your own continual professional development in line with NMC requirements.To monitor own needs for mandatory training - manual handling, fire, life support, etc.To have or be active in developing your skills, e.g. intravenous additives administration and cannulation in line with service delivery.To report and record all complaints, incidents or accidents to the sister/charge nurse, theatre manager or site mangers as appropriate.To maintain confidentiality in relation to information about patients, staff and other health service providers in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1984 and the Caldicott guidelines.Ensure that Trust policy is followed with regards to health and safety and infection control issues.To maintain a safe environment by ensuring own knowledge of equipment and adhering to manufacturers guidelines.To participate in team and departmental meetings to develop and improve practice in the department and promote new ideas.To up hold good standards of behaviour towards your colleagues, patients, and the public.To take an active role in induction and orientation of new staff.Conform to Trust and Unit policies regarding reporting of sickness and the booking of annual / study leave.Maintain standard of conduct and dress to sustain public confidence in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and Trust Policies.Act as team leader where required and clinical role model at all timesPerson specificationQualificationsEssential criteriaNMC Level 1 Registration/ODP City & Guilds 752 or NVQ3 in ODP Practice.Desirable criteriaDiploma/ DegreeExperienceEssential criteriaExperience of working in the appropriate care setting as a qualified or student nurseAbility of caring for the ill in a variety of settings as a qualified or student nurseDesirable criteriaRelevant specialist courseKnowledgeEssential criteriaEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility to develop own clinical skills and widen theoretical knowledgeUnderstanding of the care needs of an individualKnowledge of a nursing model of careDesirable criteriaWillingness to develop teaching skills, formally and informallypersonal AttributesEssential criteriaAbility to form good interpersonal relationships, and be enthusiasticAbility to conduct themselves in public and private situations in an appropriate manner. i.e. pleasant and respectfulDemonstrate initiativeExperienceEssential criteriaWorking in a high volume surgical centreExperience of ENT surgical proceduresJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo deliver a high standard of patient focused individualised nursing care using a team nursing care approach.To assess, plan implement and evaluate care of patients from admission to discharge using an integrated care pathway (ICP) or the nursing process.To assist anaesthetist / surgeon / with emergency / elective procedures in all hospital departments as required.To ensure stock levels are adequate for effective perioperative care.To maintain effective channels of communication with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team involved in providing care.To understand the principles of clinical governance and the impact on patient care, i.e. audit and evidenced based practice.Ensure that written documentation are maintained in line with the NMC standards for Records and Record Keeping and Trust policy.To ensure that medication is given to patients in line with the NMC and Trust policy and guidelines.To act safely and develop skills to be effective in emergency situations, e.g. cardiac arrest.To practice within the framework of corporate and local policies.To be professionally sensitive to the needs of patients and colleagues.To participate in the development of your Personal Development Plan and identify your own professional, educational and training needs and goals.To ensure your own continual professional development in line with NMC requirements.To monitor own needs for mandatory training - manual handling, fire, life support, etc.To have or be active in developing your skills, e.g. intravenous additives administration and cannulation in line with service delivery.To report and record all complaints, incidents or accidents to the sister/charge nurse, theatre manager or site mangers as appropriate.To maintain confidentiality in relation to information about patients, staff and other health service providers in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1984 and the Caldicott guidelines.Ensure that Trust policy is followed with regards to health and safety and infection control issues.To maintain a safe environment by ensuring own knowledge of equipment and adhering to manufacturers guidelines.To participate in team and departmental meetings to develop and improve practice in the department and promote new ideas.To up hold good standards of behaviour towards your colleagues, patients, and the public.To take an active role in induction and orientation of new staff.Conform to Trust and Unit policies regarding reporting of sickness and the booking of annual / study leave.Maintain standard of conduct and dress to sustain public confidence in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and Trust Policies.Act as team leader where required and clinical role model at all timesPerson specificationQualificationsEssential criteriaNMC Level 1 Registration/ODP City & Guilds 752 or NVQ3 in ODP Practice.Desirable criteriaDiploma/ DegreeExperienceEssential criteriaExperience of working in the appropriate care setting as a qualified or student nurseAbility of caring for the ill in a variety of settings as a qualified or student nurseDesirable criteriaRelevant specialist courseKnowledgeEssential criteriaEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility to develop own clinical skills and widen theoretical knowledgeUnderstanding of the care needs of an individualKnowledge of a nursing model of careDesirable criteriaWillingness to develop teaching skills, formally and informallypersonal AttributesEssential criteriaAbility to form good interpersonal relationships, and be enthusiasticAbility to conduct themselves in public and private situations in an appropriate manner. i.e. pleasant and respectfulDemonstrate initiativeExperienceEssential criteriaWorking in a high volume surgical centreExperience of ENT surgical proceduresPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialRegistered Health and care professions Council Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) or Nursing and Midwifery Council Registered Nurse (Adult)Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development (CPD)DesirableLedership or management qualificationExperienceEssentialDemonstrate post- registration experience as an anaesthetic Practitioner within operating theatre enviromentExperience assisting with difficult airway managementDesirablePrevious experience at Band 6 or equivalentExperience supervising, supporting and mentoring junior staff and studentsKnowledgeEssentialComprehensive knowledge of anaesthetic techniques, equipment and drugsUnderstanding of infection prevention and control, clinical governance and risk managementKnowledge of safeguarding, consent and patient safety principlesFamiliarity with the WHO surgical safety Checklist and national perioperative standardsDesirableKnowledge of clinical audit processesKnowledge of leadership and service improvementSkillsEssentialExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to priorities workload and make sound clinical decisionsEffective team-working within multidisciplinary teamDesirableGood IT and electronic patient record skillspersonal attributesEssentialProfessional, accountable and reliableDemonstrates leadership potentialCommitment to delivering high-quality, patient- centre careDesirableMotivated to support and develop othersPositive and flexible approach to changePerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialRegistered Health and care professions Council Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) or Nursing and Midwifery Council Registered Nurse (Adult)Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development (CPD)DesirableLedership or management qualificationExperienceEssentialDemonstrate post- registration experience as an anaesthetic Practitioner within operating theatre enviromentExperience assisting with difficult airway managementDesirablePrevious experience at Band 6 or equivalentExperience supervising, supporting and mentoring junior staff and studentsKnowledgeEssentialComprehensive knowledge of anaesthetic techniques, equipment and drugsUnderstanding of infection prevention and control, clinical governance and risk managementKnowledge of safeguarding, consent and patient safety principlesFamiliarity with the WHO surgical safety Checklist and national perioperative standardsDesirableKnowledge of clinical audit processesKnowledge of leadership and service improvementSkillsEssentialExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to priorities workload and make sound clinical decisionsEffective team-working within multidisciplinary teamDesirableGood IT and electronic patient record skillspersonal attributesEssentialProfessional, accountable and reliableDemonstrates leadership potentialCommitment to delivering high-quality, patient- centre careDesirableMotivated to support and develop othersPositive and flexible approach to changeDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration.

For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameLewisham and Greenwich NHS TrustAddressLewisham Hospital NHS trustHigh Street LewishamLondonSE13 6LHUnited KingdomEmployer's websitehttps://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameLewisham and Greenwich NHS TrustAddressLewisham Hospital NHS trustHigh Street LewishamLondonSE13 6LHUnited KingdomEmployer's websitehttps://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:MatronBeenas [email protected] posted17 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£39,959 to £48,117 a yearPer annum plus HCAContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number197-R-LC8591Job locationsLewisham Hospital NHS trustHigh Street LewishamLondonSE13 6LHUnited KingdomThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applicants must have current UK professional registration.