Specialist Peri-operative Practitioner

Job summary Are you a Nurse and are looking for a new challenge, then the exciting and ever-growing speciality of Interventional Radiology may be just for you? As an experienced practitioner the jobholder will co-ordinate activities within the peri-operative environment ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times, providing support to qualified and unqualified staff within the department. He/she will play a key role in the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. The jobholder will play an essential role assisting deputy/team leader in leading and teaching the peri-operative teams throughout the 24 hour period. The jobholder will act as a role model, promoting quality evidence-based practice, developing the peri-operative team and ensuring effective management of the department in the absence of the deputy/team Leaders. The jobholder will work within an environment for peri-operative patients Main duties of the job In order to carry out the job sufficiently and effectively you will have successfully attained and be able provide documented confirmation of all required interventional radiology competencies for the role as detailed in the addendum. Alternatively, under Annex 21 working towards (up to a maximum of 2 years) undertaking the required training programme and competencies to enable you to undertake the role, you will be supported to develop an extensive range of competencies and specialist knowledge within the discipline through extensive practical experience, in house training and structured study and will continue to develop your skills and knowledge subject to the requirements of continuous professional development (CPD). About us The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do. Details Date posted 27 August 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,959 to £47,117 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 001865 Job locations Cross Site Leeds Yorkshire LS1 3EX United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities For questions about this job, contact: Name Sarah Callaghan Position Senior Sister Email sarah.callaghan3@nhs.net Phone number 01133923311 Shortlisting Date 22.09.26 Interview Date 07.10.26 Why you should join our Team This training role offers an excellent opportunity to develop key skills, especially in scrubbing to assist with theatre procedures. You'll be involved in perioperative patient care, including administering IV medication and post-operative care such as sheath removal. The role requires close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including consultants, radiographers, and other healthcare professionals. A new radiology development pathway is available to support your growth, helping you gain the competencies needed for the Band 6 Specialist Peri-Operative Practitioner role, with training lasting up to 24 months. As you progress, youll be able to work on call across both sites. This role is ideal for those pursuing a career in radiology theatres, offering the chance to gain essential competencies under the guidance of experienced colleagues. You'll build specialist knowledge, preparing you for a Senior Peri-Operative Practitioner role. You'll deliver high-quality patient care while ensuring efficient use of resources. After completing the training, you will lead a sub-specialty within Interventional Radiology, such as neurology, tissue viability, or infection control. You'll work with the multidisciplinary team to improve patient care, theatre performance, and quality, while also contributing to the evaluation of pre- and post-operative care. Regular updates with the senior nursing team are also included in the role. What you will bring to the role Maintain a high standard of patient focused care in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies Teaching and assessing skills Communication skills Time management skills Preceptorship skills Understanding of research based practice research conscious Team player Ability to act professionally at all times Understanding of the process of change Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy. About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our Trust values The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients. We are. Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind Our Trust priorities Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time Our priorities: People Improvement and