Operating Theatre Assistant

Spire Healthcare Ltd; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days' annual leave

Pension scheme

Spire for You rewards platform

Bupa wellness screening

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Spire Hartswood Hospital in Brentwood is recruiting a Theatre Assistant to support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care within our busy Operating Theatre team. You will assist nurses, transport patients and prepare theatre equipment in a fast-paced private hospital environment.

The role offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) with a focus on maintaining high cleanliness and infection control standards while providing reassurance to patients throughout their theatre experience.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or Care Certificate or equivalent.
• Previous theatre experience desirable.
• Experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Scrub Nurses in operating theatres.
• Support patients in the anaesthetic room.
• Transport patients to and from theatre and wards.
• Open sterile packs and prepare equipment for procedures.
• Prepare, check and handle surgical instruments.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and infection prevention and control.
• Contribute to a safe, efficient and high-quality theatre environment.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients throughout their theatre experience.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Learning mindset

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or Care Certificate

Job description

Spire Hartswood Hospital in Brentwood is recruiting a Theatre Assistant to support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care within our busy Operating Theatre team. You will assist nurses, transport patients and prepare theatre equipment in a fast-paced private hospital environment.

The role offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) with a focus on maintaining high cleanliness and infection control standards while providing reassurance to patients throughout their theatre experience.