Orthopaedic Theatre Practitioner – Perioperative Lead

St Joseph's Hospital; Newport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Hospital in Newport seeks a Theatre Practitioner in Orthopaedics (ODP/RGN) to join a multidisciplinary theatre team. You will deliver safe perioperative care across Scrub, Anaesthetics and Recovery, supporting a range of orthopaedic procedures and contributing to clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes patient safety, infection control and evidence-based practice, with opportunities for teaching and professional development within a supportive

Qualifications

• Registered ODP or RN with current registration and theatre experience.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate perioperative care.
• Commitment to infection prevention and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative care across Scrub, Anaesthetics and Recovery.
• Support safe theatre operations and ensure patient safety.
• Participate in governance, audit and CPD activities.
• Mentor learners and contribute to team learning.

Skills

Theatre experience

Patient safety

Communication skills

Clinical governance

Education

HCPC registration (ODP)

NMC registration (RN)

Job description

St Joseph's Hospital in Newport seeks a Theatre Practitioner in Orthopaedics (ODP/RGN) to join a multidisciplinary theatre team. You will deliver safe perioperative care across Scrub, Anaesthetics and Recovery, supporting a range of orthopaedic procedures and contributing to clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes patient safety, infection control and evidence-based practice, with opportunities for teaching and professional development within a supportive