Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner

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

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Scrub Practitioner to join the Orthopaedic Theatre team. You will contribute to high-quality perioperative care as part of a dynamic theatre environment.

We require registered General Nurse or ODP with scrub experience, and you will be supported by a strong clinical education team. The role offers full-time hours, salary band 5, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered with NMC or HCPC and eligible to practice in the UK.
• General Nursing or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with scrub experience in Orthopaedic theatre.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and adherence to clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Support the clinical area leadership in day-to-day operations and perioperative care.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate patient care aligned with Trust values and professional frameworks.
• Maintain a safe, organised clinical environment and provide mentorship to colleagues and students.
• Provide clinical supervision and role-modeling to develop others within the theatre team.

Skills

NMC/HCPC Registration

ODP or RN

Continued professional development

Clinical governance knowledge

Internship competency

Education

NMC/HCPC qualified degree or diploma

Mentorship qualification (desirable)

Job description

Job summary

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. 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 programme 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.

Duties

• Support the Team Leaders in the day to day efficient running of the clinical area by providing excellent peri-op care to patients, maintaining standards of care and professional practice.


• Assist 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 maintaining a well organised and safe environment.


• 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.

About us

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 and give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire and Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely makes a difference to support our patients and staff, ensuring we keep thriving and 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.

Job 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.

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

Essential

• Appropriate NMC/HCPC Registration


• RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts/ODP


• Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses


• Knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to practice


• Awareness of changes within Nursing practice


• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice


• Demonstrates competency during internship

Desirable

• Degree / Diploma


• NMC Recognised mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards within 18 months


• Scrub Course


• Evidence of clinical competence in area of Orthopaedic Theatre


• Knowledge of Leadership and Management


• Research and Development


• Knowledge of ethical issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Closing date: 12 November 2026

Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rata

Band: Band 5 (Agenda for Change)

Working pattern: Full-time

Contact: Nicola O'Beirne, Clinical Manager, 01257 245777

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer.