Operating Department Practitioner/RN (Anaesthetics)
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardBodelwyddan, Wales
Overview
This is a NHS role (permanent) with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board based in Bodelwyddan. The advertised salary is £32,557 to £39,631. Applications close on 22 October 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
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.
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
Essential: - Can demonstrate and evidence high quality patient care
Desirable: - Welsh speaking
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
Essential: - Puts patients first; - Respectful of others
Essential: - Able to participate in out of hours/weekends/nights & on call shifts
Desirable: - Ability to speak Welsh
How this role compares
We hold 317 NHS vacancies in Wales that publish a salary, and their median advertised starting figure is £40,559. This role pays less than about 66% of them.
There are 13,012 NHS roles open across the UK on GovJobs right now, 679 of them in Wales.
You have 1 day left to apply. NHS adverts we hold typically run for around 46 days, so this is a shorter window than usual.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board has 176 other vacancies open on GovJobs, with a breakdown of what they pay and the kinds of roles they recruit for.
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