Total 61 job vacancies by North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

*Previous applicants need not apply*

Admin Support (Clinic Administration Services)

Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions

£ 22,383 annum/pro rata

37.5 hours - Permanent

Applications are invited for the above post, which is based in the Radiology Department at the University Hospital of North Tees &Hartlepool.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person able to cope under pressure in this busy department and who is able to work as part of a team. Main duties will be reception, booking appointments and general office duties.

The successful applicant may be required to rotate cross site to include North Tees, Hartlepool, One Life and Peterlee Hospitals. The department operates some extended working days to include 8-8 cover.

Good Educational background to at least G.C.E./G.C.S.E level or equivalent and good communication skills are requirements for this Post. Knowledge of operating a computer system would be an advantage.

Applicants wanting any further information about this post can contact Debbie Giddings, Office Manager, UHNT, Tel: 01642 624188

This post may close when sufficient applications have been received.

Main duties will be reception, booking appointments and general office duties.

The successful applicant will be required to rotate cross site to include North Tees, Hartlepool, One Life and Peterlee Hospitals. The department operates some extended working days to include 8-8 cover.

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”


• Undertake a full range of administrative support tasks, both within clinical administrative departments and on ward and clinic areas as and when required in line with service needs and priorities.
• Be fully conversant with and adhere to all work related policies, procedures and guidelines, ensuring that all work outputs are completed as required and that all related targets and timescales are met.
• Use all appropriate technologies and equipment to their optimum functionality to assist in the provision of an efficient, effective and comprehensive administrative and secretarial service to support the provision of care to patients.
• Ensure that any/all work outputs are produced to a high standard of quality that meets all of the organisations requirements for Information Governance, RMS, and CQC and which is compliant with all associated national, regional and local policies, procedures and guidelines
• Participate in any/all associated training, development and appraisal processes relevant to required duties of this post.
• Adhere to all Trust requirements relating to behaviours and professional conduct at work.

Key Result Areas

Communication and Team Working:
1. Respond to a diverse range of enquiries via letter, face to face contact or telephone from patients, relatives and other service users in an efficient, professional and courteous manner that is consistent with all related legislation, policies and procedure sourcing any relating information that might help deal with a query more effectively, taking accurate written messages and passing more complex queries on to relevant staff members.
2. Adopt effective methods of communication to liaise with the multi-disciplinary team within the service/department/ward area and with staff from other wards/departments and external service users including GP’s, patients and their representatives communicating in a professional and courteous manner that is consistent with all related legislation, policies and procedures through effective utilisation of appropriate communication mediums such as telephone and e-mail
3. To act as department/ward receptionist, greeting and directing visitors and service users on arrival in a professional and courteous manner in accordance with Trust standards and expectations (ward admin).

Use of Computerised Systems and Records Management:
1. Following appropriate training and adherence all organisational policies, procedures and guidelines, assist in maintenance and reporting of information through the input of data into relevant trust/departmental patient related clinical systems using appropriate technologies and equipment as and when required,
2. Be responsible for ensuring that all information relating to attendees, DNA’s appointment bookings etc., is kept up to date at all times through effective utilisation of relevant patient related systems within work area, checking that all data being entered is valid and relating to the correct patient record on screen. (if appropriate to work area)
3. Assist in requesting, locating, collecting and returning of healthcare records using the appropriate Trakcare technologies by following the appropriate healthcare record tracking procedures, SOP’s and trust guidelines.
4. Assist in the transcription of clinic letters, reports and other correspondence using the digital transcription and distribution applications and assist in the input and checking of data and information into all Trust IT systems within work area using appropriate technologies and equipment as and when required.

General Admin Duties - all work areas:
1. Assist in the organisation of the referral of patients to other departments/hospitals for investigations or further treatment (if applicable to work area).
2. Assist with the organisation of any patient transport arrangements following appropriate trust policies, systems and processes (if applicable to work area).
3. Assist with the organisation of patient review arrangements where required, following appropriate trust policies, systems and processes (if applicable to work area)
4. Undertake daily administrative and clerical duties detailed in departmental SOP’s to support the provision of patient care by taking direction from department line managers as appropriate to ensure patient safety and the security and confidentiality of all patient related information.
5. Be responsible for the preparation of case notes and other related documentation for clinic sessions, using all appropriate technologies, procedures and guidelines, ensuring an accurate, timely and high quality service to all users (if applicable to work area)
6. Ensure that all patient related information is filed securely into the patient healthcare record in the correct datal order and in the correct section of the healthcare record and that all information being filed therein is valid and relates to the correct patient as per the details on the healthcare record before the healthcare record leaves work area (if applicable to work area).
7. Ensure that all patient healthcare records are kept in good order and that new volumes of the notes are created once case notes reach a thickness of 3 inches. (if applicable to work area).
8. Maintain a clean and professional working environment at all times and undertake general clerical duties including opening and distributing post, housekeeping, filing, photocopying and maintaining stocks of routine stationery supplies.
9. Assist in the maintenance of an up to date file system for work related documentation and establish an effective ‘bring forward’ system to facilitate the timely processing of responses, information, correspondence, results and documents for self and colleagues on the ward.
10. Participate in on-call rota for administrative support in the event of a Major Incident being declared (including any related training and update sessions).
11. Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff.
12. Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace
13. Reduce sickness absence; workplace incident; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff.
14. Take responsibility for own personal development and education and the development of a personal development plan.

Control of Infection

Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene and to undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control.

Communication and Working Relationships

Behaving in a professional and courteous manner at all times., the post holder will be expected to assist in the provision of a high quality, patient centred service in all clinical areas of the Trust by communicating and working effectively with all colleagues within the service, liaising with other departments and internal service users across the trust and external service users e.g. patients, GP’s, other hospitals etc., whilst ensuring that patient confidentiality is maintained.

The most challenging part of the job

Working across several work areas (including offices, departments and ward areas), the post holder will be required to assist in the provision of a professional, high quality effective and efficient administrative and clerical support service to a multi-disciplinary team that meets the needs of the service and the requirements of all related policies, procedures and guidelines.

The postholder will be expected to meet the high demands of the post, and work to tight deadlines whilst remaining calm, flexible and organised.

DBS Criminal Records Disclosure Check

This post is deemed to require a Disclosure Check – Standard Level with the Criminal Records Bureau. Further information on the Disclosure Service is available fromwww.disclosure.gov.uk

This job description is intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post and should not be regarded as a complete list of those required to be fulfilled under the ‘written statement of the main terms and conditions of employment’.

The contents may be amended from time to time subject to developing service needs although such amendment would occur following appropriate consultation with the postholder.




This advert closes on Friday 8 Nov 2024

*Advert may close early if sufficient number of applications is reached*

Are you looking for a new challenge and passionate about the area of Diabetes and Cardiology?

We have an exciting opportunity available for an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist to join our team and lead on these two specialty areas, supported by additional members of the pharmacy team.

You will lead on all aspects of medicines optimisation and medication use within the specialties, supporting medical and nursing teams, as well as allied health professionals in the safe and effective use of medicines.

Pharmacy and Medicines Optimisation at the Trust are well developed and we are committed to sharing excellence through our clinical services and teaching roles. We are actively seeking to progress and expand the roles undertaken by our senior clinical pharmacy team into areas such as out-patient clinics and patient support groups.

We will support you to continue to develop your advanced skills in clinical pharmacy, and would expect you to have a significant impact on the use of medicines by supporting safe and high quality services and supporting the patient journey.

Working within and leading a small pharmacy team, you will use appropriate skill mix within the team to ensure that medicines reconciliations are completed in a timely manner in line with current national recommendations, the safe and efficient use of patient's own medication and effective communication through transfers of care.

Through excellent leadership skills, you will be expected to implement changes required to ensure that the service runs in a safe, efficient and cost-effective way.

You will develop excellent working relationships with senior leaders within these specialty areas, investigating opportunities for expanding roles to support patient pathways. You will work with senior pharmacy leaders to progress these opportunities and bring them to fruition.

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

Specific Duties

1. Provide an advanced and highlyspecialisedclinical pharmacy service to the areas of Endocrinology and Cardiology.

2. Lead on all aspects of medicinesoptimisationwithin the areas of Diabetes and Cardiology, liaising with key stakeholders to ensure use of safe, optimum and cost effective treatments, in line with national and local policies.

3. Contribute to the provision of audit and policy development in relevant areas.

4. Deputise, where necessary, for advanced clinical pharmacists from other relevant specialties.

5. Provide supervision to other members of the pharmacy team in a clinical environment.

6. Provide medicines reconciliation, review and care planning for individual patients with complex medication needs.

7. Counsel patients in the correct use of medicines that have been prescribed and provide support when needed.

8. Ensure seamless transfer of care through excellent communication and the use of electronic resources, e.g. PharmOutcomes

9. Collect, manipulate andanalysedata on the qualitative and quantitative aspects of the effects of the Directorate Pharmacist, by participating in intervention monitoring, encouraging the reporting of medicines errors and undertaking practice research.

10.Assist in the development of policies, guidelines and pathways relating to drug therapies.

11. Undertake the professional duties of a pharmacist in order to ensure that the medicine use process conforms to legal, ethical and moral guidelines accepted by the General Pharmaceutical Council and Royal Pharmaceutical Society.

12. Be an active member of the ward-based multi-disciplinary care team.

13.Represent Pharmacy at directorate/service meetings relevant to clinical area of practice.

14. Provide advice on medicines use and medicines expenditure to the Directorate.

15. Liaise with Pharmacy section heads on matters of mutual interest.

16. Contribute to the clinical development of all staff by participating in assessments of need, proficiency and the delivery of training.

17. Provide directive teaching, small group work and on-ward teaching rounds to medical undergraduates, junior medical staff and other health care practitioners.

General Duties

1. Promote Practice Research.

2. Participate in local, regional or national forums/meetings/working parties.

3. To promote a safety conscious culture.

4. To contribute to the development of the pharmacy service at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Trust.

5. To contribute to achieving the in year performance targets and objectives.

6. Support junior pharmacy staff in performing their duties.

7. Keep up to date with practice through CPD.

8. Act as a designated and authorised Pharmacy key holder.

9. Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff.

10.Tackle discrimination and harassment and promote equality and diversity in the workplace.

11. Reduce sickness absence; work place accidents; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff.

12. Take responsibility for personal development and education and the development of a Personal Development Plan.

13.Be a designated line manager for a junior pharmacist(s) and/or technician. This will include responsibility for carrying out regular appraisals and one to ones, managing sickness absence and ensuring business goals are clearly communicated and linked to objectives.

14. Review training and development of staff, so all staff have a personal development plan and support staff in reaching their full potential through the appraisal process.

15. To act as the Responsible Pharmacist when covering the In-patient or Out-Patient Dispensaries in the Trust, which includes supervising Over the Counter Medicines sales direct to patients, using your skills in managing minor ailments.

16. To act as an Independent Prescriber (once qualified) to provide direct care to patients by means of any Trust prescribing stationery.


This advert closes on Monday 18 Nov 2024

*Advert may close early due to volume of applications*

To comprehensively assess patients, gaining information about their physical health, mental health, social issues as well as their alcohol history to format a plan of care based on the patients individual needs.

With the support & guidance of senior nurses, advise & support emergency department staff on admission criteria for patients with alcohol issues attending the department.

To liaise with & build strong professional relationships with other healthcare professionals both within the hospital & external agencies, to meet the needs of the patient.

To screen patients to identify those at risk from alcohol related health and social problems (hazardous drinkers) & those whose health is being damaged by alcohol (harmful drinkers) & undertake appropriate interventions or referrals.

To undertake individual case management to provide immediate & on-going support to those patients who are unsuitable or unwilling to engage in community services.

To attend multidisciplinary meetings to discuss referrals, frequent attenders or patients in treatment.

To make accurate assessments of the risk patients pose to themselves and others & take necessary action within Trust safeguarding guidelines.

To educate patients & their families on alcohol related harms & deliver brief advice.

To provide training to Trust staff on screening and brief interventions, and to participate in the development and delivery of education programmes.

The band 5 Alcohol Care Team Nurse will be an integral member of the Alcohol Care Team which provides care and treatment for patients with alcohol misuse issues. This nurse will assess patients who misuse alcohol and advise Trust staff on the care and management of acute alcohol related issues and care plans. They will participate in the development and delivery of education programmes for Trust staff in the speciality of alcohol misuse. The band 5 nurse will be responsible for supporting a caseload of individual patients who are not engaging in the community which results in hospital admission and frequently attend Trust services. The band 5 alcohol care team nurse will be willing to be flexible to meet the needs of this new team and must demonstrate knowledge, expertise and passion in working within the speciality of alcohol misuse. The job role will include cross site working but will predominantly be based on the North Tees site. The working hours are Monday to Sunday day time hour’s dependent on the service need..

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.



We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

· To demonstrate compassion and empathy towards patients with alcohol misuse issues.

· To maintain your personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job.

· To participate in a review of your own performance regularly and the development of personal development plan annually.

· To take responsibility for your own actions.

· To escalate any concerns to the lead alcohol nurse.

· To adhere to professional, organisational and departmental standards/policies at all times.

· To recognise your own personal strengths and weaknesses and have the ability to identify appropriate strategies to enhance these strengths and overcome or minimise any weaknesses.

· To demonstrate effective time management, prioritisation, resource management, self-motivation and team work.

To have an ability to be self-reflective


This advert closes on Tuesday 12 Nov 2024

A Vacancy at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust.


**Advert may close early once sufficient number of applications is reached**

Applications are invited for the position of Trust Grade Registrar in Anaesthetics & Critical Care at the University Hospitals of North Tees and Hartlepool. This is a fixed term position.

Applicants should be fully registered with the General Medical Council with a license to practice and have achieved CT1 and CT2 competencies or equivalent with competence in pre and post-operative management of patience care. Applicants must possess a broad range of skills and experience required to work within a busy operating department and critical care unit.

The post holder will be working on a 1 in 8 resident on call rota with prospective cover on a full shift pattern. While on-call the post holder will cover intensive care unit or anaesthesia for emergency operations in operating theatres or obstetrics.

This post is deemed to require a Disclosure Check with the Disclosure Barring Service check (DBS). This is due to the fact the post has access to children or vulnerable adults. Further information on the Disclosure Service is available fromwww.disclosure.gov.uk

Informal inquiries are welcome: please contact Dr Prabhakar Parathaman, Consultant & Clinical Director for Anaesthetics on 01642 624167.

The post holder is expected to play an active role in all aspects of anaesthetics and critical care team commitments. The post holder will be working on a 1 in 8 resident on-call rota with prospective cover on a full shift pattern. While on-call the post-holder will cover intensive care unit or anaesthesia for emergency operations in the operating theatres or obstetrics.

The departments activities cover a range of surgical specialties including General Surgery, Day Case Surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Dental & Maxillofacial surgery. The department is recognised by the Royal College of Anaesthetists for Schedule l Training.

It is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work. Day-to-day management of patients, including liaising with multi-disciplinary team. Responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients. Work cooperatively with colleagues and to respect their contribution to patient care. Ensure accurate record of patient care episodes and outcomes as well as effective communication with nursing and professional staff in relation to patient care.

Applicants must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (London) with a license to practice. Possession of the primary FRCA or equivalent is desirable. Applications from clinicians unable to work full-time will also be considered.

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star & Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

The post holder will be expected to play an active role in all aspects of the anaesthetics and critical care team commitments.

The post holder will be working on a 1 in 8 resident on-call rota with prospective cover on a full shift pattern. While on-call the post-holder will cover intensive care unit or anaesthesia for emergency operations in the operating theatres or obstetrics.

The department’s activities cover a range of surgical specialties including General Surgery, Day Case Surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Plastics, Dental and Maxillofacial surgery. A consultant led service for ICU, Obstetrics, Acute & Chronic Pain is also provided. The department is recognised by the Royal College of Anaesthetists for Schedule l Training.

It is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.

Day-to-day management of patients, including liaising with multi-disciplinary team. Responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.

Work cooperatively with colleagues and to respect their contribution to patient care.

Ensure accurate record of patient care episodes and outcomes as well as effective communication with nursing and professional staff in relation to patient care.

Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.

Applicants must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (London) with a license to practice. Possession of the primary FRCA or equivalent is desirable. Applications from clinicians unable to work full-time will also be considered.


This advert closes on Monday 4 Nov 2024

Advert may close early due to volume of applications.

The Emergency Department team adopts a holistic approach to care and quality improvement. We promote patient centred care, patient safety and service improvements are at the forefront of our philosophy. We seek to recruit staff who are motivated, promote high standards of patient care and work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team. Our ideal candidate will have acute care experience and bring with them ideas to help us develop our department , however we also offer a bespoke induction programme.

To provide support to the multi professional team, by undertaking appropriate duties following assessment and planning of requirements by the registered nurse. Additionally, to provide support by undertaking non nursing and ancillary duties.





At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition - a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We recruit for values and "Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool"

Maintains effective communication and good relationships with children, parents, carers, relatives and staff.

Accept delegated duties within parameters of capabilities and competencies.

Complete documentation in accordance with Trust policy

Participate in programmes of in-service training as required

Chaperoning of children during medical examinations

Maintain a standard of conduct and dress to sustain public confidence and promote the profile of health care employees.

Contribute to the prevention and management of untoward occurrences by responding to emergencies, summoning appropriate assistance, reassurance until qualified staff available, maintenance of privacy/dignity/confidentiality, maintenance of a safe working environment.

Clerical duties associated with the efficient management of the paediatric service including answering the telephone and relaying messages.

Checking and maintaining stock levels.

General house keeping duties


This advert closes on Wednesday 6 Nov 2024

The University Hospital of Hartlepool achieved Elective surgical hub accreditation in December 2023 becoming the first hub in Tees Valley. This is an exciting opportunity to join us in our journey as we further develop and expand and we are looking for enthusiastic experienced orthopaedic scrub practitioners.

The hub specialises in high volume, low complexity, Getting it Right First Time criteria and discharge on the day of surgery. These posts are integral to ensure further development of the hub to support the local community. This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your career with 3 dedicated theatre clinical educators who will support you in your role with 1:1 training, development, immersive simulation, ongoing CPD and bespoke training packages both internally and externally.

The posts are ring fenced to the Hartlepool Hospital site, working over a 6 day period with no night shift or on calls. Career progression is encouraged and your personal development will be a priority to us. If you are a scrub practitioner who is looking for a challenge and wanting to become part of a new NHS journey in perioperative care please contact us.

To be responsible for the provision of skilled perioperative care as a member of the multidisciplinary team. To actively participate in the management of junior staff and students. As a skilled orthopaedic scrub practitioner have a good understanding of the knowledge and theory of orthopaedic procedures ensuring the equipment is available, policies and procedures are adhered to. Participate in the surgical safety WHO checklist and count procedures and be responsible for safe use of complex equipment.

Maintain accurate documentation and demonstrate effective communication across the MDT, patient and family. Ensure the physical and psychological environment is conducive to providing optimum patient care for perioperative patients.

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.



We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

To be responsible for the provision of skilled perioperative care as a member of the multidisciplinary team. To actively participate in the management of junior staff and students. As a skilled orthopaedic scrub practitioner have a good understanding of the knowledge and theory of orthopaedic procedures ensuring the equipment is available, policies and procedures are adhered to. Participate in the surgical safety WHO checklist and count procedures and be responsible for safe use of complex equipment.

Maintain accurate documentation and demonstrate effective communication across the MDT, patient and family. Ensure the physical and psychological environment is conducive to providing optimum patient care for perioperative patients.


This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Oct 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our Catering team on a permanent part time contract. North Tees and Hartlepool Soluti
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our Catering team on a permanent part time contract. North Tees and Hartlepool Solutions is seeking to appoint an honest, enthusiastic, hardworking and committed individual, who is able to work in a team and on their own initiative. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be self motivated and able to work flexibly and without direct supervision.


The applicant will be required to assist in the provision of a comprehensive and cost-effective catering service that meets the needs of patients, staff and visitors and fulfills the objectives of the Trust. This is a demanding post, but a rewarding one,ons is seeking to appoint an honest, enthusiastic, hardworking and committed individual, who is able to work in a team and on their own initiative. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be self motivated and able to work flexibly and without direct supervision.


The applicant will be required to assist in the provision of a comprehensive and cost-effective catering service that meets the needs of patients, staff and visitors and fulfills the objectives of the Trust. This is a demanding post, but a rewarding one.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our Catering team on a permanent part time contract. North Tees and Hartlepool Soluti
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our Catering team on a permanent part time contract. North Tees and Hartlepool Solutions is seeking to appoint an honest, enthusiastic, hardworking and committed individual, who is able to work in a team and on their own initiative. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be self motivated and able to work flexibly and without direct supervision.


The applicant will be required to assist in the provision of a comprehensive and cost-effective catering service that meets the needs of patients, staff and visitors and fulfills the objectives of the Trust. This is a demanding post, but a rewarding one, one is seeking to appoint an honest, enthusiastic, hardworking and committed individual, who is able to work in a team and on their own initiative. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be self motivated and able to work flexibly and without direct supervision.


The applicant will be required to assist in the provision of a comprehensive and cost-effective catering service that meets the needs of patients, staff and visitors and fulfills the objectives of the Trust. This is a demanding post, but a rewarding one,

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

North Tees & Hartlepool Solutions is an NHS owned company of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will be an employee of the subsidiary and not the NHS.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health & well-being initiatives and opportunities for development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition, Managers Awards and Shining Stars.

We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our Catering team on a permanent part time contract. North Tees and Hartlepool Soluti
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our Catering team on a permanent part time contract. North Tees and Hartlepool Solutions is seeking to appoint an honest, enthusiastic, hardworking and committed individual, who is able to work in a team and on their own initiative. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be self motivated and able to work flexibly and without direct supervision.
The applicant will be required to assist in the provision of a comprehensive and cost-effective catering service that meets the needs of patients, staff and visitors and fulfills the objectives of the Trust. This is a demanding post, but a rewarding one,
ons is seeking to appoint an honest, enthusiastic, hardworking and committed individual, who is able to work in a team and on their own initiative. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be self motivated and able to work flexibly and without direct supervision.
The applicant will be required to assist in the provision of a comprehensive and cost-effective catering service that meets the needs of patients, staff and visitors and fulfills the objectives of the Trust. This is a demanding post, but a rewarding one,


This advert closes on Tuesday 29 Oct 2024

This is a replacement post giving the successful candidate the opportunity to provide specialist orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery and contribute to general orthopaedics and trauma care of the population of Teesside and Hartlepool.

The successful candidate will be involved in cross-site working between the University Hospital of Hartlepool, University Hospital of North Tees in Stockton-On-Tees with the scope for a wider network of service delivery in line with the emerging integrated care partnership (ICP) work stream.

The successful candidate will also provide general trauma and orthopaedic services and be involved in the on-call rota with other colleagues, supported by junior medical staff.

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.



We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

This is a replacement post for a Consultant with a special interest in foot and ankle surgery to join a team of 10 lower limb surgeons to further develop the foot and ankle team. The consultant will join an existing establishment of 20 consultants within the North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. The post-holder will participate fully in all elements of the Orthopaedic Service, which is organised into the provision of trauma and elective work.




This advert closes on Friday 25 Oct 2024

*Please note this post will be closed early once a sufficient amount of applications have been received*

The pathology departments at North Tees and Hartlepool NHSfT and South Tees Hospitals NHSfT are working collaboratively to develop a joint service with services being delivered on both hospital sites. As a result this will require cross site working, with the potential to work at any site as needed.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a professional, motivated and innovative Healthcare Science Support Worker to join the Pathology Laboratory at North Tees and Hartlepool NHSfT working in Pathology Reception.

This post is initially based at the University Hospital of North Tees site, but cross site working will be required as needed. The department operates a 24 hour, 7 days per week shift system at agenda for change rates. The successful candidate is expected to be fully flexible and work the full range of shifts.

Although not essential it would be an advantage if you have previous experience working within a laboratory.

The department has full UKAS accreditation and IBMS training approval. CPD is actively encouraged.

The Pathology specimen reception Healthcare Science Support Worker role forms part of the Pathology reception team focussing on the area of pre-analytical preparation of patient specimens across all sites. They will also work in close co-operation with other pathology departments according to set protocols.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills, teamwork and an aptitude for problem solving are essential, as is a flexible attitude to work and willingness to adapt to changes in working practice.



At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones.

We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We actively encourage staff involvement with staff networking events and staff survey

“Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

See attached Job Description for details of the role, for the full details of the positions roles and responsibilities.


This advert closes on Thursday 24 Oct 2024

Working knowledge of ESR BI is a fundamental to Support the lead analyst in the monitoring of progress and analysing data against all key performance targets.

Responsible for ensuring that data quality checks and procedures are embedded and followed. Ability to manipulate data and provide appropriate reporting information to enable robust decision making and planning projects. Ensure compliance with Information Governance Standards particularly in relation to relevant data protection legislation.

Assist the lead analyst to determine baselines for performance standards and identify trends in activity. Assist in address key requirements to ensure effective reporting, creating templates, developing operational reports, and ensuring that the system is embedded in every day operations. Ensure information/ performance is delivered in a timely manner, facilitating both internal and external reporting requirements.

Assist the lead analyst to provide an information analysis and forecast service, highlighting key quality results and trends and areas for concern, detailing reasons for variance to assist and support directorates in decision making (Business intelligence).

Utilising new technologies and presentational formats to deliver data/information to end-users i.e. through the deployment and development of tools such as Yellowfin, Trak, Access, Excel, clinical dashboards and other business and performance management tools (list not exhaustive).

Working knowledge of ESR BI is a fundamental to Support the lead analyst in the monitoring of progress and analysing data against all key performance targets.

Responsible for ensuring that data quality checks and procedures are embedded and followed. Ability to manipulate data and provide appropriate reporting information to enable robust decision making and planning projects. Ensure compliance with Information Governance Standards particularly in relation to relevant data protection legislation. Assist the lead analyst to determine baselines for performance standards and identify trends in activity. Assist in address key requirements to ensure effective reporting, creating templates, developing operational reports, and ensuring that the system is embedded in every day operations. Ensure information/ performance is delivered in a timely manner, facilitating both internal and external reporting requirements.

Assist the lead analyst to provide an information analysis and forecast service, highlighting key quality results and trends and areas for concern, detailing reasons for variance to assist and support directorates in decision making (Business intelligence).

Utilising new technologies and presentational formats to deliver data/information to end-users i.e. through the deployment and development of tools such as Yellowfin, Trak, Access, Excel, clinical dashboards and other business and performance management tools (list not exhaustive).

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.



We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

Support the lead analyst in the monitoring of progress and analysing data against all key performance targets. Support the development and production of performance reports for use by Directors, Managers and the Board.

Responsible for ensuring that data quality checks and procedures are embedded and followed.

Ability to manipulate data and provide appropriate reporting information to enable robust decision making and planning projects.

Provide effective support to the performance management agenda and activities, assisting in the development of systems and processes within the Business Intelligence (BI) team, Care Groups and corporate teams.

To work corporately as part of the Trusts BI function. To ensure compliance with Information Governance Standards particularly in relation to relevant data protection legislation.

Assist the lead analyst to determine baselines for performance standards and identify trends in activity to help service manager’s influence decision making.

Assist in address key requirements to ensure effective reporting, creating templates, developing operational reports, and ensuring that the system is embedded in every day operations.

Ensure information/ performance is delivered in a timely manner, facilitating both internal and external reporting requirements.

Assist the lead analyst to provide an information analysis and forecast service, highlighting key quality results and trends and areas for concern, detailing reasons for variance to assist and support directorates in decision making (Business intelligence).

Actively contribute to the development of the BI systems and strategic developments/ agenda.

Work in close collaboration across all care groups and corporate services to support the BI agenda developing systems to help inform business intelligence, apply training of systems across the Organisation as relevant incorporating compliance, quality and workforce standards.

Ensure all measures are collected and reported rigorously in a timely fashion.

Utilising new technologies and presentational formats to deliver data/information to end-users i.e. through the deployment and development of tools such as Yellowfin, Trak, Access, Excel, clinical dashboards and other business and performance management tools (list not exhaustive).

To work with and support the development of new data sources, performance systems and other reporting processes, working in conjunction with other members of the organisation (supporting business intelligence) providing training and cross cover as necessary to share knowledge and skills.

To implement methodology in conjunction with the management team to improve efficiency and effectiveness of relevant systems and processes including standard operating procedures. Beresponsible forensuringthese proceduresareimplementedandcomplianceismaintained along with ensuring any policy change is updated in a timely manner.

In conjunction with the management team for care groups work to develop and implement new and innovative efficiency and productivity strategies to maximise the perioperative pathway and support operating theatre efficiency and productivity (service line management) based on a range of options supportedbycredibleinformationanddata.



Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff.

Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace.

Reduce sickness absence; work place accidents; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff

Take responsibility for personal development and education.

Provide professional leadership advice and support within responsibility of role and junior members of staff.

Work closely with Information Management/ System Administration team*, where appropriate and required, to ensure alignment of work, correct reporting requirements are met, avoid duplication (*list not exhaustive).

Responsible for communication with all staff within areas of responsibility to ensure they feel informed, involved and valued by utilising negotiation, motivational and persuasive skills.


This advert closes on Tuesday 15 Oct 2024

A Vacancy at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust.


This post is primarily designed for higher trainees who have ideally passed their FRCS (T & O) examination or finished at least 4 years of Registrar training and wish to gain specialist surgical experience in Foot and ankle surgery prior to applying for a Consultant post. Applicants must be competent in straightforward foot and ankle procedures. It is a nationally recognised position in collaboration with the British Orthopaedic Association and its Training and Education Strategy. The unit is currently negotiating additional independent fellow theatre lists and clinics.

The Fellow will work within the Lower Limb (Food and Ankle) service in Trauma & Orthopaedics at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to undertake a fellowship in a post primarily designed for surgeons who have passed their FRCS (T&O) examination and achieved CCT and wish to gain specialist surgical experience prior to applying for a Consultant post.



North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

They will work with the consultant orthopaedic surgeons, concentrating upon foot and ankle surgery and complex ankle and toe joint replacements, arthroscopic ankle and foot surgery and complex foot and ankle trauma surgery. This will also include planned fellow operating lists in addition to provision for treating patients who have been referred by the general trauma team but requires the expertise of the foot and ankle team.

The Trust has strong links with Teesside University and has a track record of supporting trainees through various clinical courses provided by the university.

The successful candidate will have commitments at both hospital sites (University Hospital of North Tees and University Hospital of Hartlepool). It is a fixed term contract for 12 months.

It is essential that the applicant has a good understanding of clinical risk management and experience of lower limb surgery. In addition to the challenges of the role, we expect commitment to clinical research - especially metal on metal, teaching and audit.

It is important that the applicant is a team player and adaptable to respond to changing circumstances and be willing to engage in NHS strategies.








This advert closes on Monday 7 Oct 2024

To be a key member of the spinal team and deliver consistent high quality care to patients who present with spinal pain or pathologies. Adapting to the changing demands of a busy service. There is a requirement to use autonomous decision making skills on a regular basis.
• Exercise evidence based nursing intervention with clinical support and supervision from the team pertaining to patients with spinal pain and pathologies.
• Undertake training to clinically assess patients and perform interventional procedures as necessary.
• Participate in nurse led clinics under the supervision of the Multi-disciplinary team.
• Be responsible for the assessment of care needs, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care in consultation with the Specialist Nursing team.
• Demonstrate empathy and offer information and support for patients at diagnosis and throughout their journey.
• Be actively involved in formal/informal educational programmes to qualified nursing staff and students.
• Actively participate in the promotion of health education and prevention of illness
• Linking in with the multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic care
• Follow department, Trust policy, and contribute to the development of nursing policy.
• Communicate effectively with external and internal agencies.
• Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff.

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones.

We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We actively encourage staff involvement with staff networking events and staff survey

“Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”
• The post holder is expected to participate in all aspects of the patient pathway as appropriate and will be expected to perform delegated duties with a high degree of clinical skill and knowledge. There is an expectation to act under their own initiative based on their training and current national and local guidelines.
• The post holder will provide care including history taking, clinical assessment, treatment and evaluation of care. This will be under the guidance of a multi-disciplinary team.
• To provide strong leadership skills and to act as a senior professional role model at all times, sharing skills and knowledge.
• To integrate into clinical teams, communicating effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
• To monitor clinical outcomes and patient experience.
• To provide a teaching and education service to students as appropriate


This advert closes on Monday 7 Oct 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Charitable Funds and Lease Car team at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust as a Financial Services Technical Co-ordinator. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and self-motivated individual to join the team on a permanent basis.

Reporting to the Financial Services Manager, the post holder will provide a comprehensive technical service in relation to the Trust’s Charitable funds, lease cars & vans including insurance & fuel cards.

We are seeking applications from individuals who have the drive, passion and ability to make a difference. If you believe you can offer this then we would like to hear from you.

The provision of a comprehensive technical service in relation to the Trust’s Charitable funds, lease cars & vans including insurance & fuel cards.

Produce the CharitableFundsStatutory Returns,theFinancialAccountsfortheCharity Commission and Trust Board in accordance with the national deadline. Including the production of theCharitableFundsAnnual Report with support and review from the Financial Services Manager prior to submissiontothe Charity Commission and TrustBoard.

Co-ordination of Charitable Funds control account reconciliations and Management of Charitable funds banking services and cash balance.

ProvideacomprehensiveaccountingservicefortheTrusteesandCharitable Fund holdersthatis in accordance with theTrustsFinancialStanding Instructions.Ensuringmanagers receive monthlyfundreportsidentifyingallitemsofincome&expendituretoensurethatfund holdershaveaccurateand uptodateinformationenablingthemtoplantheirfuturespending.

Co-ordinate the administration and approvals of the Family & Business Lease car scheme with the external provider for North Tees & Hartlepool NHS FT and North Tees & Hartlepool Solutions LLP.

Monitor theInvestment Portfolio.


We are a dynamic and fast paced department that is always evolving, always improving and encourages innovation. We are committed to your continued career development and offer a supportive, flexible and collaborative working environment where your health and well-being are equally valued.

As an employee of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust you are able to access a range of NHS discounts, including our staff lottery and lease car schemes and will be provided with training, support and development in your career. In addition, you will also be entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday per annum (including bank holidays, pro rata and increasing with length of service) and we offer a generous pension scheme. On top of this, our department’s flexi-hours policy allows you to manage your work around a set of core hours to suit your work-life balance.

Staff recognition is very important to us. As well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

Preparation of Annual Accounts ensuring accurate and timely completion in line with the Charity Commissions time scale.

Monitor theInvestment Portfolioandprovideregularinformation on the Portfolio'sperformancetotheTrusteesandseniorfinancemanagers.

Responsible for the monitoring of the dailycashpositionof the Charitable TrustFund through direct access to the banking networks.

OverallmanagementofCharitable fundbankaccountsandpettycashholdingsensuringthat IncomeandExpenditureisrecordedandbankaccountsarereconciledtotheLedgeron a timelybasis.

Ensure payroll deductions, salary sacrifice amounts, business mileage are administrated via ESR and liaise where necessary with ESR or the lease car provider.

Design and maintaintheledgersystem'scodingtoaidtheproductionofthecharitable fundsaccountsinaccordancewiththeCharityCommissionsguidance.



Develop and maintain a trainingprogrammeforfinanceandnon-financestaff,ensuringstaffarecompetentandwellinformedwithregardtoCharitable funds.

Raise profile of the Charitable funds, produce and update charitable funds handbook & fundraising policy.

Implement, develop & maintain staff lottery draw, including staff lottery constitution & procedures. Produce staff lottery reports to Charitable Funds Committee and incorporate in Charitable Funds Annual Accounts.

Co-ordinate the pool car fleet to maximise the benefits to the Trust and users.

Maintain the Lease car policy with Trust & legislation changes.

Co-ordinate & manage the Trust & LLP fuel cards, develop & maintain a pool car & fuel card handbook for users.

Monitor the workload ofthedepartment through reviewofsystem reports. Implementationofnewworkingpracticesin ordertomaximiseefficiencyandto ensure that Statutory and other Departmental targets anddeadlinesare met.

Preparemonthly/ periodic returns e.g. toCharityCommission,Monitorin accordance with the relevant bodiestimetable.

Ensure data is input with accuracy including monthly cashbook and adjustment journals to obtain the charitable funds monthly and annual finance position.

Extraction of data with accuracy & present in a meaningful manner.

Ensuring all work and contract with third parties is to professional standards, and that full regard is given to confidentiality.

Responsiblefor thedaytodaysupervisionand organisationoftheworkof sub-ordinate staff.


ToprovidefinancialinformationasandwhenrequiredtothecharitableFundsCommittee to enable thecommitteetomake informed decisions.



Provideadvice toindividualswishingtocontributetocharitablefundsanddealswith allmattersrelating tolegaciesandbequests,maintaininga permanentlegacyregister.

Vetting approval of charitable fund requisitions in the Oracle procurement system.

Tomaintaincharitable fundscontrolaccountreconciliationsand ensuretheaccurateand timely completion for the provision of closedowninformation.

Produce Commercial van quotes, place orders and arrange delivery and insurance cover.

Work with insurance providers to arrange Commercial Insurance policy, Goods in transit, public liability (income generation), Group personal accident and Directors & Officers Insurance (Charitable Funds).

The postholder will be required to produce reports for the Charitable Funds Committee as and when required and fund holders on a monthly basis.

The postholder will assist will provide information to internal and external Auditors as required.



This advert closes on Tuesday 24 Sep 2024

**Advert may close early due to number of applicants**

The pathology departments at NTH and STH are working collaboratively to develop a joint service with services being delivered on both hospital sites. This will require cross site working as appropriate

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Healthcare Science Support Worker to join the Pathology Laboratory at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS FT in the Cellular Pathology Department.

Healthcare Science support workers perform routine tasks in the laboratory supporting the work of the Biomedical Scientists and contribute to the efficient and effective running of the department. The post holders will be involved in data input and will also participate in specimen preparation e.g. checking patient and sample details correspond and performing manual tasks to protocols, “house-keeping” duties, stock control and record keeping..

The department operates between 07.00 - 18.00. Monday to Friday and the post holder is expected to work flexibly within these hours,.

Full training in all aspects of the job will be provided in house in accordance with the department training policy and on successful completion of training the post holder will be given the opportunity to complete the IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part I.

The department has full UKAS accreditation and IBMS training approval. CPD is actively encouraged.

Please note - this post may close once sufficient applications have been received



Main duties within the Cellular pathology department include

Undertake data entry tasks, inputting patient and specimen information into the pathology specific computer systems

Competently deal with all sample types received into the department including those which may carry transmissible infection risks and follow the appropriate protocols for handling such specimens

Participate in the storing, retrieving and disposal of specimens and specimen records in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures

Undertake “house-keeping” duties as necessary including cleaning, basic maintenance of equipment and support the maintenance of stock levels

Support dispatch of samples to other laboratories which may have complex requirements

On a rotational basis, the post holder will carry out the role of MDT co-ordinator, where patient reports and specimens need to be collated in line with tight timescales.

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones.

We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We actively encourage staff involvement with staff networking events and staff survey

“Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

The full job description and person specification is attached in the documents section of this advert. Please contact Simran Uppal should you required further information.


This advert closes on Monday 9 Sep 2024

**advert may close early due to volume of applications**

Main Theatres Department

University Hospital North Tees

37.5 hours per week

Contract Type : Permanent

Disclosure Check: ENHANCED

Would you like to be part of an increasing service delivering high quality care to patients?

Have you got a caring nature and a willingness to learn and develop new skills in a supported environment?

We have a vacancy for Band 3 Theatre Support Workers within main theatres.

You will help provide a high standard of care to patients undergoing anaesthetic and surgical procedures, assisting in the departments workload and delivering a quality service in a professional manner.

To provide support to the multi professional team by undertaking appropriate duties following assessment and planning of requirements by a registered practitioner. Additionally to provide support by undertaking non nursing and ancillary duties.

The post holder will work as a member of the multi professional team with supervision/guidance from registered practitioner.

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition – a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We recruit for values and “Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool”

Adheres to Trust policy and procedures governing health and safety in the workplace.

The safe conveyance and movement of patients to and from theatres between wards and departments by bed/trolley/wheelchair/assisted walking

Assist with the preparation/positioning of patients and equipment for a theatre list

And be familiar with the operating tables and their fitments

Assist the professional healthcare worker during the delivery of Pre, Peri and Postoperative care and respond as directed by the healthcare professional in emergency situations.

Complete documentation in accordance with NMC standards.

Prevention and control of hospital acquired infection by ensuring the correct disposal of linen and clinical waste and maintaining close liaison with the Trusts control of infection department.

Carry out cleaning and care of equipment being aware of manufacturer’s recommendations.

Assist in the stocking of shelves and storage of equipment.

Act as a member of the theatre team with regard to cleaning theatre furniture and floors at the conclusion of lists.

Following appropriate level of training in the Theatre areas accept delegated duties within parameters of capabilities and competencies.

Implementation of Trust Risk Management Strategy and understand implications of same within area of work.

Ensure attendance at all mandatory training events and identify/maintain own professional/personal development needs via the Trust’s appraisal process and development opportunities.

Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff

Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace

Reduce sickness absence; work place accidents; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff
1. Control of Infection

Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control.


1. Communication and Working Relationships

Communicate with patients, including carers and relatives promoting good public relationships

Communicate effectively with all the multi-disciplinary teams and liaise with other agencies, as appropriate promoting positive working relationships
1. The most challenging part of the job

To achieve competence to a level defined locally thus demonstrating the ability to function as a member of the Theatre team.


This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Sep 2024