Major Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner - Bristol

Synergy Medical; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Medical in Bristol is seeking an experienced Major Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join a private hospital performing major orthopaedic procedures. The role involves preparing theatres, assisting surgeons, maintaining sterility, and ensuring patient safety.

Candidates should have UK theatre/scrub experience, NMC or HCPC registration, and a strong grasp of infection prevention. The position offers flexible shifts including Long Days and Nights and requires right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Current NMC or HCPC registration.
• UK theatre/scrub experience.
• Proven experience in major orthopaedic surgery.
• Good knowledge of surgical instruments and orthopaedic equipment.
• Excellent infection prevention and aseptic technique understanding.
• Strong clinical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary theatre team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating theatre for major orthopaedic procedures.
• Check surgical instruments and equipment and maintain sterile techniques.
• Assist surgeons during procedures and anticipate surgical requirements.
• Ensure patient safety at all times.

Skills

Theatre teamwork

Infection control

Clinical communication

Patient safety mindset

Education

NMC or HCPC registration

Job description

Major Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner

Bristol | Private Hospital

Job Description

We are currently recruiting an experienced Major Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to work within a well-established private hospital in Bristol.

The successful candidate will provide safe, high-quality perioperative care and work as an integral member of the theatre team during major orthopaedic procedures. Responsibilities will include preparing the operating theatre, checking surgical instruments and equipment, maintaining strict aseptic and sterile techniques, assisting surgeons throughout procedures, anticipating surgical requirements and ensuring patient safety at all times.

We are looking for a professional, reliable and confident practitioner with strong major orthopaedic theatre experience, excellent clinical skills and the ability to work effectively within a busy multidisciplinary theatre team.

Requirements

• Current NMC or HCPC registration
• Previous UK theatre/scrub experience
• Proven experience in major orthopaedic surgery
• Good knowledge of surgical instruments and orthopaedic equipment
• Excellent understanding of infection prevention and aseptic techniques
• Strong clinical and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary theatre team
• Right to work in the UK

Shifts Available

We offer flexible shift options to suit your availability:

• Long Days (LD)
• Nights