Lead Theatre Practitioner – Anaesthetics

circlehealth; Harrow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies

Life insurance

Staff engagement hub

Wellbeing resources

Employee recognition programmes

Training and development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion focus

Job summary

The Clementine Churchill Hospital in Harrow, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Senior Theatre Practitioner to join the anaesthetics/perioperative team. This is a full-time 37.5 hour role requiring leadership and extensive perioperative experience, particularly in orthopaedics.

You will supervise theatre staff, coordinate lists, ensure equipment readiness, support surgical and anaesthetic teams, and help maintain the highest standards of patient safety and care across the theatre suite.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Significant perioperative experience with specialist knowledge in orthopaedic surgery.
• Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of procedures, including complex cases.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, infection control, and safety practices in theatre.
• Previous experience in a senior or team lead role within theatres.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment in line with manufacturers' guidance and surgical protocols.
• Provide skilled assistance to the surgical and anaesthetic teams, anticipating needs and adapting to changes during procedures.
• Take a senior role in preparing theatres, coordinating surgical lists, and ensuring all equipment, staff, and resources are in place.
• Support the Theatre Manager with team briefings, scheduling, stock control, and ensuring safe patient flow through the theatre suite.
• Supervise junior theatre practitioners, ODPs, and healthcare assistants, providing clinical guidance and oversight during shifts.
• Identify and escape clinical or operational risks and participate in audits and incident reviews.
• Liaise closely with consultants, anaesthetists, recovery staff, and ward teams to ensure continuity of care and an excellent patient experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Audit/Incident reviews

Theatre operations

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

HCPC Registered ODP

Job description

The Clementine Churchill Hospital in Harrow, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Senior Theatre Practitioner to join the anaesthetics/perioperative team. This is a full-time 37.5 hour role requiring leadership and extensive perioperative experience, particularly in orthopaedics.

You will supervise theatre staff, coordinate lists, ensure equipment readiness, support surgical and anaesthetic teams, and help maintain the highest standards of patient safety and care across the theatre suite.