Scrub Nurse - Neurosurgery

Medacs Healthcare; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured wellbeing support

Dedicated consultant support

Holiday pay and pension scheme

Online CPD training opportunities

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare is seeking a Scrub Nurse for a locum role at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow. The post offers shifts on Sundays with daily pay of £270–£360. Candidates must have UK experience, be registered (NMC/HCPC), and meet post-graduate experience requirements.

Join Medacs for dedicated consultant support, 24/7 service, holiday pay, pension, and online CPD training. UK rights to work are required for application.

Qualifications

• Current NMC/HCPC registration is required.
• Minimum 1 year post-graduate experience.
• At least 6 months recent UK experience within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain a safe and sterile environment for the patient throughout the surgical procedure.
• Identify, prepare, check, and assemble equipment required for the operating list.
• Prepare and organise the clinical area to receive patients for elective, emergency, and trauma procedures.
• Coordinate and maintain stock levels of drugs, stores, and implants with Theatre Manager and Procurement.
• Support patients and families, communicating clinical information effectively.
• Demonstrate and develop clinical assessment skills, prioritising care for surgical/anaesthetic procedures.
• Contribute to ongoing development of patient care within the operating theatres by sharing knowledge.

Skills

Surgical scrub experience

UK healthcare experience

Team collaboration

Education

NMC/HCPC registration

Job description

Locum Scrub Nurse - Neurosurgery QEUH, Glasgow

Are you a dedicated Scrub Nurse with experience in neurosurgery ? Medacs Healthcare is offering an exciting locum opportunity at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH) in Glasgow.

Pay: 270- 360 per day
Shifts: Sundays
Location: QEUH - Glasgow
Weekly Pay: Fast, reliable weekly payments

Note: We are unable to process applications from candidates who cannot provide evidence of UK right to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain a safe and sterile environment for the patient throughout the surgical procedure.
• Safely identify, prepare, check, and assemble equipment required for the relevant operating list.
• Prepare and organise the clinical area to receive patients for elective, emergency, and trauma procedures.
• Coordinate and maintain adequate stock levels of drugs, stores, and implants, liaising with the Theatre Manager and Procurement.
• Actively support patients and their families, communicating clinical information effectively.
• Demonstrate and develop clinical assessment skills, prioritising care for patients undergoing surgical/anaesthetic procedures.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of patient care within the operating theatres by sharing knowledge and expertise.

Essential Qualifications:

• Current NMC/HCPC registration
• Minimum 1 year post-graduate experience
• At least 6 months recent UK experience within the last 3 years

Benefits of Working with Medacs Healthcare:

• Access to Health Assured employee well-being support
• Dedicated consultant support and guidance
• Comprehensive compliance support
• 24/7/365 service availability
• Holiday pay and pension scheme
• Online CPD training opportunities

Why Choose Us?

• Flexible Working: Create a work-life balance with shifts that suit your schedule
• First Access to Shifts: Secure roles across multiple NHS trusts
• Unwavering Support: Dedicated consultant, revalidation support, and 24/7 service
• Wellbeing Matters: Access to Care4Carers, our employee well-being programme

Ready to Make a Difference?

With your skills and passion for patient care, you'll be a vital part of the theatre team at one of Scotland's leading NHS hospitals.

Note: We are unable to process applications from candidates who cannot provide evidence of UK right to work.

Medacs Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.