Scrub Nurse - Part Time

Optegra; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matched

33 days annual leave

Private Healthcare

Free laser eye

Flexible working

Funded training

STAR awards

Blue Light Card

Free laser eye treatment for you and

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work

Job summary

Optegra Eye Healthcare in York, United Kingdom, is recruiting a Scrub Nurse on a part-time basis. The role covers the ophthalmic surgical pathway with duties in the operating theatre and peri-operative care, across two days per week.

You will join a dedicated team and benefit from funded training, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to develop within a forward-thinking employer.

Candidates must be a Registered Nurse or ODP with ophthalmology experience and current registration.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with current registration.
• Ophthalmology or perioperative care qualification.
• At least 1 year ophthalmology surgical theatre experience.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Awareness of NMC Code of Conduct and CQC standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists in all aspects of the ophthalmic surgical pathway.
• Provides skilled clinical and technical assistance in theatre.
• May include peri-operative and post-operative care.
• Ensures instrument decontamination and sterilisation.
• Maintains patient privacy and care documentation.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Registered General Nurse (NMC) or ODP

NMC/ODP registration

Ophthalmology or perioperative care

1 year ophthalmology surgical theatre experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Scrub Nurse - Part Time

Job location: York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Postcode: YO26 6RS

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

Closing date: 2026-10-05T22:59:59.000Z

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Sc nurse to join our amazing and dedicated team. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and benefit from our fantastic comprehensive benefits package, along with fully funded training and development programs. This is a part-time vacancy whereby you';ll be required to work 19 hours a week across 2 days - Monday-Thursday. Also you would be required to do occassional shifts in our Bradford and Wetherby.

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 of the way.

Benefits

• Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays up to £46,575 pro rata 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 and on the 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 be responsible for participating in all aspects of the the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway at Optegra. They will provide excellent care to all patients, with specific responsibility for providing skilled clinical and and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team, and also may include peri-operative and 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 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.