Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Chorley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is recruiting a Scrub Practitioner (Band 5) to join the theatre team at Chorley and South Ribble Hospital. The post is permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with day, late, night and weekend shifts.

You'll be registered nurse or ODP with scrub experience in Orthopaedics, and you'll benefit from a supported induction, mentorship, and opportunities to develop within a dynamic peri-operative service.

Qualifications

• Appropriate NMC/HCPC Registration with current practising status.
• RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts/ODP registration and scope.
• Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses.
• Degree or Diploma in a relevant nursing field.
• Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• To support the Team Leaders in the day to day efficient running of the clinical area by providing excellent peri-op care to Patients by maintaining standards of care and professional practice.
• Be responsible for assisting in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care to meet the personalised Health and wellbeing needs of patients in line with the Trust Values / HCPC and NMC professional frameworks.
• Ensure the productive operation of the clinical area by ensuring that a well organised and safeenvironment is maintained.
• Act as a strong role model and encourage and support the professional development of self and others. Provide clinical supervision and direction for all colleagues and students to support them in reaching their full potential.

Skills

Peri-operative care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NMC/HCPC Registration

RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts/ODP

Degree / Diploma

Evidence of continuing education or development

NMC Recognised mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards

Job description

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Main area Scrub Practitioner Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Would be required to work days, lates, nights and weekend) Job ref 438-PB4992

Site Chorley and South Ribble Hospital Town Chorley Salary £32,073 - £39,043 Per Annum, Pro Rata Salary period Yearly Closing 12/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

Join Our Dynamic Theatre Team at Chorley Theatres, Chorley Hospital Are you motivated, energetic, and eager to make a real difference in patient care? If you’re forward-thinking and enthusiastic, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

If you’re a registered ODP or Nurse with a passion for surgical care, we want to hear from you!

Our vision is clear: deliver world-class peri-operative care to every patient. And in return, we’re committed to offering you the support, development, and career opportunities you deserve, all within an inclusive and welcoming environment.

What We Offer:

Exciting learning opportunities designed to help you unlock your full potential

A fully supported induction program with a dedicated mentor by your side

Continuous support from our experienced theatre clinical education team

Main duties of the job

By joining Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, you’ll become part of a dedicated team covering Elective Orthopaedics and the opportunity to rotate to other specialities

We’re looking for Scrub Practitioners who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient- centred surgical care, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and excited to embrace new challenges.

As a valued team member, you’ll also play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring future healthcare professionals, helping shape the next generation of theatre experts.

Main duties of the job

To support the Team Leaders in the day to day efficient running of the clinical area by providing excellent peri-op care to Patients by maintaining standards of care and professional practice.

Be responsible for assisting in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care to meet the personalised Health and wellbeing needs of patients in line with the Trust Values / HCPC and NMC professional frameworks.

Ensure the productive operation of the clinical area by ensuring that a well organised and safeenvironment is maintained.

Act as a strong role model and encourage and support the professional development of self and others. Provide clinical supervision and direction for all colleagues and students to support them in reaching their full potential.

Working for our organisation

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

These are exciting times ahead for theatres here at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals as we are committed to service development within theatres offering staff the opportunity to share ideas and look at new ways of working through our staff voices forum.

Our vision for theatres is to deliver first class peri-operative care for every patient. In return our commitment to you is to offer support, development and opportunities in an inclusive environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You’ll bring your scrub experience and a genuine enthusiasm for innovation, championing new ideas and positive change within the team.

Excellent communication skills are essential — and if you thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment, you’ll fit right in. Plus, we’ll back your growth with plenty of educational and experiential learning opportunities.

Our vision is to deliver world-class peri-operative care to every patient, every time.

You must be a registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with scrub experience in Orthopaedic surgery ready to work with a motivated, enthusiastic team.

Person specification

Qualifications & Education

• Appropriate NMC/HCPC Registration
• RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts/ODP
• Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
• Degree / Diploma
• NMC Recognised mentorship qualification or willingness to working towards within 18 months

Knowledge & Experience

• Knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to practice
• Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
• Evidence of clinical competence in area of Orthopaedic Theatre.
• Knowledge of Leadership and Managemen
• Research and Development
• Knowledge of ethical issues

Thanks for taking the time to view this advert; we’re looking forward to receiving your application. You should be aware that the vacancy may close earlier than the published date if sufficient applications are received so it would be best to apply as soon as you can. We’ll contact you by e‑mail to update you on the progress of your application so please check the e‑mail account that you applied from (including spam/junk) regularly.

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