Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner - Midweek Theatre Locum

Head Medical; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible locum opportunities

Job summary

Head Medical is seeking experienced Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioners to support orthopaedic waiting list initiatives across the East of Scotland. This locum role focuses on midweek waiting list sessions within a professional theatre team, helping reduce patient waiting times while maintaining high-quality surgical care.

Applicants should have 2+ years post-registration theatre experience, with scrub experience in major joint procedures and valid UK registration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' post-registration operating theatre experience.
• Experience scrubbing for major joint orthopaedic procedures.
• Current registration with the NMC or HCPC.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled scrub support for orthopaedic procedures, including major joint surgery.
• Maintain a safe and sterile operating environment at all times.
• Prepare, handle and account for surgical instruments and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and multidisciplinary theatre teams.
• Adhere to all clinical governance, infection prevention and health and safety policies.
• Contribute to the delivery of efficient and effective theatre lists.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Head Medical is seeking experienced Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioners to support orthopaedic waiting list initiatives across the East of Scotland. This locum role focuses on midweek waiting list sessions within a professional theatre team, helping reduce patient waiting times while maintaining high-quality surgical care.

Applicants should have 2+ years post-registration theatre experience, with scrub experience in major joint procedures and valid UK registration.