Scrub Nurse - Part Time

Optegra; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

33 days annual leave

Private Healthcare

Funded training

Free laser eye treatment

Job summary

Optegra Eye Healthcare in Hounslow invites an experienced Scrub Nurse to join our prestige private eye hospital on a part‑time basis (28.5 hours over 3 days, Tue–Fri). The advertised salary is £36,225 to £46,575 per annum, with pension, 33 days annual leave, private healthcare and funded training.

You will participate in all aspects of the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway, providing skilled clinical and technical assistance in the operating theatre and peri‑operative care, including minor procedures.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or ODP with no restrictions.
• Current NMC/ODP registration is required.
• Ophthalmology or perioperative care qualification is required.
• At least one year ophthalmology theatre experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway in the operating theatre.
• Provide skilled clinical and technical assistance to the surgical team.
• Support peri‑operative and post‑operative care, and assist with minor operations.
• Maintain documentation and ensure traceability of care and equipment.

Education

Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner

NMC/ODP registration

Ophthalmology or perioperative care qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Scrub Nurse - Part Time
Job location: Hounslow, Hounslow, Greater London, United Kingdom
Postcode: TW3 1BQ
Country: United Kingdom
Advertised salary: £36225.00 to £46575.00 Pension, 33 days annual leave, Private Healthcare, Free laser eye
Native salary period: Annum
Contract: Permanent Part time
Hours:
Closing date: 2026-11-03T23:59:59.000Z
Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Scrub Nurse to join our amazing and supportive team in our prestige private eye hospital in Hounslow. This is a great opportunity to join a growing and developing business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training programs. These are part‑time hours at 28.5 hours week across 3 days must be flexible to work Tuesday‑Friday.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

Benefits

We are rated as a ‘great place to work’ and here are some of our amazing benefits:

• Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays up to £46,575 FTE dependent on experience
• Generous matched pension contributions
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Flexible working and SMART working schemes – because we believe in work life balance
• Funded training and development – because we believe in our people
• Celebrating your anniversaries – because we value loyalty and commitment
• Annual STAR awards
• Blue Light Card (amazing discounts online and on the high street)
• Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
• Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

The Role

The job holder will be responsible for participating in all aspects of the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway at Optegra. They will provide excellent care to all patients, with specific responsibility for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team, and also may include peri‑operative and post‑operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital, and assisting with minor operations.

Key responsibilities

• Carries out a full range of registered heath care professional duties, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patient’s condition and care with support from the Practitioner in charge. Maintains the privacy and dignity of all patients whilst adhering to Trust and department policies, reporting any difficulties with these duties to senior staff.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team, by provision or appropriate surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Take responsibility to ensure all surgical equipment is disposed of correctly including ensuring appropriate decontamination and sterilisation of reusable equipment is carried out and can be evidenced.
• Ensure all documentation for traceability is effectively completed.

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner
• Current NMC/ODP registration with no restrictions
• Qualification in Ophthalmology or Peri operative care
• One year or more ophthalmology surgical theatre experience
• Computer and IT skills i.e. good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Awareness of responsibilities in relation to NMC Professional Code of Conduct
• Awareness of CQC standards and requirements

Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.