Orthopaedic Theatre Clinical Leader

NHS Jobs; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital is seeking an Orthopaedic Clinical Leader for our Theatre team. This permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week) offers an opportunity to oversee the orthopaedic unit, deputise for the Clinical Head of Department, and drive high standards of patient care.

You must be registered with the appropriate governing body and bring post‑registration experience in surgery/anaesthetics, including as a Registered Nurse or HCPC Registered Operating Department

Qualifications

• Registered with the appropriate governing body.
• Post-registration in surgery/anaesthetics experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient running of the orthopaedic team.
• Deputise for the Clinical Head of Department as required.
• Coordinate activity and be responsible for patient care and safety.
• Promote a supportive, enabling working culture on the ward.

Skills

Surgical experience

Clinical leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

NMC registered nurse

HCPC registered ODP

Tools

Theatre equipment

Job description

Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital is seeking an Orthopaedic Clinical Leader for our Theatre team. This permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week) offers an opportunity to oversee the orthopaedic unit, deputise for the Clinical Head of Department, and drive high standards of patient care.

You must be registered with the appropriate governing body and bring post‑registration experience in surgery/anaesthetics, including as a Registered Nurse or HCPC Registered Operating Department