Theatre Practitioner: Scrub/Anaesthetics/Recovery

Circle Health Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join their team at Chaucer Hospital in Canterbury. This full-time role involves assisting the surgical team, ensuring patient safety, and adhering to infection control policies. Applicants must be a Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with experience in a theatre environment. Competitive salary and various employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay

Non-contributory life insurance

Employee recognition programmes

Qualifications

• Experience or training in a theatre environment specialising in scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery.
• Understanding of infection control, manual handling, and patient safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments and ensuring equipment safety.
• Support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation and patient monitoring.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)

Job description

A leading independent healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join their team at Chaucer Hospital in Canterbury. This full-time role involves assisting the surgical team, ensuring patient safety, and adhering to infection control policies. Applicants must be a Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with experience in a theatre environment. Competitive salary and various employee benefits are offered.