Anaesthetic and Recovery Practitioner | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking an experienced Anaesthetic & Recovery Practitioner to join its clinical teams. The ideal candidate will be a registered practitioner with strong clinical knowledge in Anesthetic or Recovery. Responsibilities include delivering perioperative patient care, supervising junior staff, and participating in the educational development of students. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment committed to equality and diversity.

Qualifications

• Registered practitioner with excellent clinical knowledge in Anesthetic or Recovery.
• Ability to assess and deliver care for the perioperative patient.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assess and deliver care for the perioperative patient.
• Teach and supervise junior staff and students.
• Utilize resources effectively and maintain professional conduct.

Skills

Excellent clinical knowledge in Anesthetic

Excellent clinical knowledge in Recovery

Teaching and supervision skills

Education

Registered practitioner (Nurse or ODP)

Job description

Anaesthetic & Recovery Practitioner

We are seeking a talented Anaesthetic & Recovery practitioner to partner our clinical teams as we continue to shape our strategy at Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT). The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to join a dynamic, innovative, and highly motivated registered practitioner team (Nurse or ODP) with excellent clinical knowledge in Anesthetic or Recovery.

The role will be shared within our day‑case unit, covering admission and discharge at Sexton Unit and flexible to work in ABT Theatres, ENT and Maternity Theaters.

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the assessment and delivery of care for the perioperative patient, implementing and continually evaluating nursing care to optimise outcomes.
• Participate in the teaching and supervision of junior staff, and in teaching students on basic and post‑basic courses.
• Maintain personal and professional development and participate in the effective utilisation of resources.
• Act in accordance with the NMC/HCPC Professional Code of Conduct.

Qualifications & Experience

Registered practitioner (Nurse or ODP) with excellent clinical knowledge in Anesthetic or Recovery.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and eliminating unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, are encouraged to apply. If you have special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

This advert closes on Friday 31 Oct 2025.