Orthopaedic Theatre Scrub Specialist

Circle Health Group; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies

Non-contributory life insurance

Wellbeing resources

Employee recognition programmes

Job summary

Circle Health Group’s Duchy Hospital in Harrogate is seeking a Theatre Practitioner in orthopaedic scrub to join a dedicated theatre team. This full-time role offers 37.5 hours weekly and a salary up to £40,000, dependent on experience, training and qualifications.

The post requires registration (NMC or HCPC as applicable) and experience in a theatre environment specializing in scrub, anaesthetics or recovery. The role emphasizes infection control, patient safety and excellent teamwork.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC) with current registration.
• Experience or training in a theatre environment specialising in scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery.
• Knowledge of infection control, manual handling and patient safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safe surgical practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility and anticipating surgeon needs.
• Support the anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management and positioning.
• Provide post-operative care, monitor vital signs, and manage pain and nausea.
• Ensure patient readiness for discharge and adherence to infection control policies.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and patient requirements.
• Report faults in surgical and anaesthetic equipment and work within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Theatre environment experience

Interpersonal communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)

Job description

Circle Health Group’s Duchy Hospital in Harrogate is seeking a Theatre Practitioner in orthopaedic scrub to join a dedicated theatre team. This full-time role offers 37.5 hours weekly and a salary up to £40,000, dependent on experience, training and qualifications.

The post requires registration (NMC or HCPC as applicable) and experience in a theatre environment specializing in scrub, anaesthetics or recovery. The role emphasizes infection control, patient safety and excellent teamwork.