Anaesthetics Practitioner - Band 5

The London Clinic; West End; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent charitable hospital in Nova Scotia seeks an Anaesthetic Practitioner to join their theatre team. This role involves providing skilled assistance in anaesthetics, monitoring patients, and ensuring safe care throughout the surgical process. The ideal candidate will have relevant nursing qualifications, recent anaesthetic experience, and be focused on delivering excellent patient care. The position offers a supportive team environment, private medical insurance, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Travel season ticket loan

Family friendly benefits

Retail discounts

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent experience in anaesthetic practice is essential.
• Strong knowledge of anaesthetic procedures and safe clinical practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled assistance within the anaesthetic service.
• Prepare and manage anaesthetic equipment.
• Monitor patients throughout their peri-operative journey.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RGN)

Clear and confident communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Good IT skills

Professional reliability

Education

Registered Operating Department Practitioner (RODP)

Job description

The Anaesthetic Practitioner will provide skilled and effective assistance within the anaesthetic service, supporting a wide range of surgical specialties within our theatre complex. The post holder will prepare and manage anaesthetic equipment, assist the anaesthetist during all phases of anaesthesia and monitor patients throughout their peri‑operative journey. They will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, efficient and high quality care while maintaining accurate clinical records.

Main duties of the job

You will work as a skilled member of the anaesthetic team, supporting a broad mix of surgical specialties and contributing to the delivery of safe, consistent and high quality patient care.

About us

The London Clinic is a leading independent charitable hospital located in Marylebone. Since 1932, we have built a strong reputation for clinical excellence, personalised patient care and advanced treatment across a wide range of specialties. Our facilities include state of the art theatres, intensive care, advanced diagnostic services and dedicated clinical teams who work to the highest professional standards. We are committed to delivering safe, high quality care supported by a culture of compassion, integrity and continuous improvement.

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Anaesthetic Practitioner – Band 5
Department: Main Theatres
Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
Rota: Mixed shift rotation (early and late shifts) including on‑call
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent

The role: We are seeking a committed and well‑rounded Anaesthetic Practitioner to join our Theatre team. This is a key clinical role where you will deliver skilled support within anaesthetics, ensuring that every patient receives safe and effective care throughout their peri‑operative journey. You will work as part of a supportive and experienced department, contributing to high standards of clinical practice and helping us maintain our strong reputation. The post holder will plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care, supervise junior colleagues and uphold professional standards across the service.

What we are looking for

• Registered Nurse (RGN) or Registered Operating Department Practitioner (RODP)
• Recent experience in anaesthetic practice
• Strong knowledge of anaesthetic procedures and safe clinical practice
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work effectively within a team
• Good IT skills and confidence using clinical systems
• Professional, reliable and focused on delivering excellent patient care
• Commitment to The London Clinic values of professionalism, integrity, safety and personalised care

Why join us

You will be part of a theatre team known for its high professional standards and supportive working culture. We offer opportunities for continued development, access to internal and external training, and the chance to expand your skills across a varied surgical case mix. This post provides a stable environment for practitioners who value strong clinical practice and a patient‑centred approach.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Travel season ticket loan
• Family friendly benefits
• A range of retail discounts
• Excellent career development – clear career pathways and access to further education

Safeguarding and recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre‑employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy, please contact a member of our recruitment team.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RGN) or Registered Operating Department Practitioner (RODP)
• Recent experience in anaesthetic practice
• Strong knowledge of anaesthetic procedures and safe clinical practice

Experience

• Clear and confident communication skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work effectively within a team
• Good IT skills and confidence using clinical systems
• Professional, reliable and focused on delivering excellent patient care

Disclosure and Barring Service check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.