Ophthalmic Theatre Practitioner - Dynamic & Collaborative

Circle Health Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare scheme

Friends & Family hospital discounts

Family-friendly policies including pay

Life insurance

Wellbeing resources and discounts

Employee recognition programmes

Industry-leading training and devopmop

Job summary

Circle Health Group’s Woodlands Hospital in Darlington is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join the Theatre department on a 37.5-hour, full-time basis. The role involves supporting the surgical team, maintaining sterile environments and ensuring patient safety across the theatre list.

The ideal candidate will be registered with NMC or HCPC, have theatre experience in at least one area, and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC)
• Experience or training in a theatre environment (scrub, anaesthetics or recovery)
• Understanding of infection control and patient safety principles
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to safe surgical practice

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility and assisting surgeon as needed.
• Support anaesthetist with equipment prep, monitoring, airway management and patient positioning; post-op care and discharge readiness.
• Set up operating theatres per surgery type and patient requirements.
• Check equipment before use and report faults.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for safe and efficient lists.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful theatre environment.

Skills

Theatre experience

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving under pressure

Infection prevention

Education

NMC/HCPC registration

Job description

Circle Health Group’s Woodlands Hospital in Darlington is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join the Theatre department on a 37.5-hour, full-time basis. The role involves supporting the surgical team, maintaining sterile environments and ensuring patient safety across the theatre list.

The ideal candidate will be registered with NMC or HCPC, have theatre experience in at least one area, and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork.