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Operating Department Practitioner/RN (Anaesthetics)

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ

Salary

£32,557 to £39,631

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

15 September 2026

11 days left

Job description

Looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Do you have the skills and motivation to join our dynamic team? We are looking to recruit a highly motiv...

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based patient care. Clinical expertise is utilised during all phases of the peri-operative period. Skilled assistance is provided in the anaesthetic, surgical and the post operative care of the patient.

The post holder will work collaboratively and co-operatively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, meeting the needs of the patient whilst under no direct supervision. Assist in the management and organisation of clinical and satellite areas, implementing improvements to working practices as identified by audit/clinical trials. Participate in the education and development of other staff members.

The post holder will have the opportunity and will be encouraged and supported to utilise their clinical skills during the anaesthetic, surgical and post anaesthetic care phases of the peri-operative period.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Qualifications/Experience

Essential

  • HCPC/NMC Registration (UK) Degree level or equivalent/level 5 certificate (anaesthetic care) ic
  • Previous experience of working in theatres covering a wide variety of surgical specialities

Desirable

  • Teaching / Mentoring Qualification
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development

Skills

Essential

  • Can demonstrate and evidence high quality patient care

Desirable

  • Welsh speaking

Attitudes & abilities

Essential

  • Effective communication skills
  • Motivated
  • Able to assume delegated responsibilities within a multi-disciplinary setting whilst recognising own dexterity limitations

Desirable

  • Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Values

Essential

  • Puts patients first
  • Respectful of others

Other

Essential

  • Able to participate in out of hours/weekends/nights & on call shifts

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

1 September 2026

Last checked

3 September 2026

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About the employer

BCU
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

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