Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner - Fast-Paced Theatre

Lancashire Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Chorley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities

Induction program

Mentor support

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join the theatre team in Chorley. You will be a registered nurse or ODP with orthopaedic scrub experience, delivering high-quality peri-operative care and supporting the team in a busy elective setting.

The role offers a structured induction, dedicated mentorship, and ongoing professional development within a supportive theatre education environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered General Nurse or ODP with scrub experience in Orthopaedic surgery.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced theatre environment.
• Willingness to rotate to other specialties as required.

Responsibilities

• Support Team Leaders in day-to-day running of the clinical area and provide peri-operative care.
• Provide clinical supervision and direction to students and junior staff.
• Deliver patient-centred surgical care and maintain standards of care and professional practice.

Skills

Scrub experience

Excellent communication skills

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN)

Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Job description

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join the theatre team in Chorley. You will be a registered nurse or ODP with orthopaedic scrub experience, delivering high-quality peri-operative care and supporting the team in a busy elective setting.

The role offers a structured induction, dedicated mentorship, and ongoing professional development within a supportive theatre education environment.