Ophthalmic Theatre Practitioner: Flexible 4/7 Schedule

CHEC; Worcester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave scheme

Annual Company Bonus scheme

MediCash

Refer a friend scheme

Company pension

Bluelight Card

Job summary

CHEC is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to support ophthalmic services across our hospitals. The role is full-time at 37.5 hours, four days out of seven, with cross-site training to broaden experience.

You will scrub and assist in a high-volume theatre, work with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to high standards of care, safety and patient experience. NMC/HCPC registration is required, with a proactive, flexible, patient‑focused approach.

Qualifications

• Registered practitioner with NMC or HCPC.
• Experience in a clinical or theatre setting.
• Commitment to ongoing training and professional development.
• Exposure to patient discharge processes is desirable.
• Passion for delivering excellent patient care and contributing to a positive working environment.
• Proactive, flexible approach to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Establish a compassionate environment by providing support to patients, families, and friends.
• Assist surgeons in the delivery of ophthalmic care.
• Provide scrub support within the theatre, ensuring AfPP good practice guidelines are followed.
• Prepare clinical areas for daily activities.
• Manage the admission and discharge of patients on theatre days.
• Be proactive, eager to learn, and passionate about delivering high-quality care.
• Demonstrate effective listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Skills

NMC/HCPC

Theatre experience

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Infection control

CQC knowledge

Job description

CHEC is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to support ophthalmic services across our hospitals. The role is full-time at 37.5 hours, four days out of seven, with cross-site training to broaden experience.

You will scrub and assist in a high-volume theatre, work with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to high standards of care, safety and patient experience. NMC/HCPC registration is required, with a proactive, flexible, patient‑focused approach.