Registered Nurse ODP Perioperative Practitioner

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a Band 5 Theatre Perioperative Practitioner (RN/ODP) to join the Main Theatre Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. The role covers 9 theatres, a 12‑bed recovery area and a 24/7 operating schedule across general, colorectal, gynaecology, ENT, urology, breast, orthopaedics and trauma.

The post is a permanent 33‑hour per week contract with various shifts (early, late, nights).

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP with current registration.
• Interest in perioperative practice; enthusiastic and motivated.
• Perioperative experience is advantageous but training is provided.
• Structured mentorship and support programme available.
• PVG/Disclosure Scotland check required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and appraisal.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred perioperative care as part of the MDT.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate perioperative care across surgical journey.
• Maintain clinical standards, supervise staff, and support learners.
• Participate in service development, research and audit activities.
• Ensure effective communication with patients, relatives and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate records and manage staffing, equipment and resources.
• Promote a positive learning environment and lead teams as required.

Skills

NMC/HCPC registration

Perioperative interest

Mentorship access

Professional development

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Theatre Perioperative Practitioner (RN/ODP) to join the Main Theatre Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH). The department consists of 9 operating theatres, a 12‑bedded recovery area and a theatre reception area staffed by the Recovery Escort Team. The service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing perioperative care across a wide range of specialties including general surgery, colorectal, gynaecology, ENT, urology, breast surgery, orthopaedics and trauma. The department also includes a dedicated emergency CEPOD theatre and is expanding its surgical services through the introduction of Da Vinci robotic surgery for colorectal, gynaecological and urological procedures.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Permanent Role - 33 Hours per week

Royal Alexandra Hotel

Monday - Sunday (Early, Late, Nights)

Key Responsibilities

As a Band 5 Theatre Practitioner, you will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred perioperative care. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care programmes, ensuring patients receive safe, evidence‑based treatment throughout their surgical journey. The post holder will contribute to maintaining clinical standards, supervising registered and unregistered staff, supporting learners and participating in service development, research and audit activities. You will be responsible for effective communication with patients, relatives and colleagues, maintaining accurate patient records, adhering to professional, legal and organisational standards, and contributing to the efficient management of staffing, equipment and resources. The role also involves promoting a positive learning environment, supporting quality improvement initiatives and leading teams as required within a busy and dynamic theatre environment.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with current professional registration.
• Enthusiastic and motivated with an interest in perioperative practice.
• Previous perioperative experience is advantageous but not essential, as comprehensive training will be provided.
• Access to a structured mentorship and support programme.
• Opportunity to undertake funded Safe Scrub training.
• Opportunity to complete Anaesthetic and Recovery courses through Glasgow Caledonian University.
• Access to a comprehensive in‑house perioperative training programme.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and participation in appraisal processes.
• PVG Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland check required.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and adapt to a changing service environment.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Elizabeth Williamson, SCN Theatre Coordinator, 0141 314 6854, [e-mail]

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