Bank Theatre Practitioner Guildford

Meeveem Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group's Mount Alvernia Hospital in Guildford is seeking a Bank Theatre Practitioner to join the Theatre department on an as-needed basis.

You will support the surgical team, prep instruments, uphold sterility, and monitor patients pre- and post-operation, with training and experience in a theatre environment.

We offer flexible hours and a competitive hourly rate, with opportunities to work across a nationwide private hospital network.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC) qualification.
• Theatre environment experience in scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a dynamic theatre setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to infection prevention and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instruments, maintain sterility, and support the surgical team.
• Assist anaesthetist with equipment prep, monitoring, airway management and positioning.
• Provide post-operative care and discharge readiness.
• Adhere to infection control and safety policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC)

Job description

Bank Theatre Practitioner

Mount Alvernia Hospital

Bank Shifts

Salary: Up to £23.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Mount Alvernia Hospital in Guildford 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.

Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values.

About Us

At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world‑class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait. Your health, your choice – we make it happen.

We’re also passionate about out people. With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive. Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare