Theatre Practitioner – Scrub/Anaesthetics (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare provider in Nottingham is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for bank shifts. The role involves assisting surgical teams, maintaining sterility, and monitoring patient care. Applicants must be a Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with relevant training. Competitive hourly rates are offered in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner required.
• Experience or training in surgery (scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery).
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team by preparing instruments and maintaining sterility.
• Support the Anaesthetist in patient monitoring and positioning.
• Adhere to infection prevention policies.

Skills

Experience in theatre environment

Understanding of infection control

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

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

Job description

Theatre Practitioner - Scrub/Anaesthetics (Bank)
The Park Hospital
Bank Shifts
Salary: Up to £25.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Park Hospital in Nottingham is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety; support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning; and provide post-operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring patient readiness for discharge.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements.
• Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults immediately.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists.
• Support and contribute to a positive, respectful, and efficient theatre environment.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Experience or training in a theatre environment in at least one area (scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery).
• Understanding of infection control, manual handling, and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to safe surgical practice.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

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