Operating Dept. Practitioner

Ramsay Health Care; Chorley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramsay Health Care seeks an Operating Department Practitioner / Theatre Nurse to join their Theatre department. The role involves supporting orthopaedic surgical procedures and ensuring excellent clinical outcomes, contributing to patient care in a reputable healthcare setting. Opportunities for professional growth and access to the Ramsay Academy are included.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced rates for evenings and weekends

25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Private healthcare and life assurance

Free uniform and DBS check

Free onsite parking

Employee discount programme

24/7 employee assistance line

Opportunities for growth through Ramsay Academy

Qualifications

• HCPC registration with no restrictions or conditions.
• Surgical scrub experience in procedures like hip and knee arthroplasty.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as a part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support theatre operations as an Orthopaedic Scrub.
• Ensure high-quality clinical outcomes in a supportive environment.

Skills

Surgical scrub experience in orthopaedics

Teamwork

Flexible attitude

Empathy

Education

HCPC registration

Surgical First Assist Qualification (SFA)

Job description

Operating Department Practitioner / Theatre Nurse - Scrub

The Role

At Ramsay Health Care UK, we recognize our people as our most valuable asset. Join our Theatre department as an Orthopaedic Scrub ODP and support our mission of ‘people caring for people’. Our theatres are equipped with laminar airflow systems and state-of-the-art integrated theatre technology.

You will also have access to the Ramsay Academy, with opportunities to gain your SFA, and the chance to develop your career across our network of over 30 independent hospitals throughout the UK. We value a can-do attitude and are committed to delivering high-quality clinical outcomes in a supportive environment where your skills and expertise are appreciated.

What You’ll Bring

• HCPC registration with no restrictions or conditions
• Surgical scrub experience in orthopaedics, including but not limited to hip arthroplasty, knee arthroplasty, and anterior cruciate ligament procedures
• Surgical First Assist Qualification (SFA) is desirable but not essential
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and positive attitude
• Warm, considerate, and empathetic character

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced rates for evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays (30%–100%) for permanent and bank work
• 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Free onsite parking
• Access to employee discount programme
• Wellbeing Centre and 24/7 employee assistance line
• Long service, employee recognition, and appreciation awards
• Opportunities for growth, development, and specialization through the Ramsay Academy