Scrub Practitioners

Head Medical; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment company is seeking a dedicated Scrub Practitioner for ENT and Urology in Central Belt, Scotland. This role involves ensuring the safe execution of surgical procedures and requires a Registered Nurse with 2+ years of theatre experience. Join a supportive team with competitive pay and flexible shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday pay accrual

Supportive team environment

Access to training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience in an operating theatre.
• Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all surgical equipment is in working order.
• Maintain a sterile environment during procedures.
• Prepare and handle surgical instruments.
• Conduct accurate swab and instrument counts.
• Complete necessary perioperative documentation.
• Dispose of instruments and waste correctly.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Patient-centred approach

Ability to work in a dynamic environment

Education

Registered Nurse with full registration (HCPC/NMC)

Job description

Job Title: Scrub Practitioner ENT and/or Urology (RN/ODP)

Location: Central Belt, Scotland.

Job Type: Long-term Block booking

Head Medical is delighted to be working with an established client in the Central Belt of Scotland. We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate scrub practitioners to join our team, focusing on ENT and Urology. You will play a crucial role inensuring safe execution of surgical procedures and work as part of a team.

Head Medical is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each candidate to feel respected. Head Medicalwelcomes applications from all sections of society from people whose skills and experience match the roles we are recruiting for.

Key Responsibilities for the role:

• Check surgical equipment: Ensure all equipment is in working order and present in the operating theatre
• Sterile environment: Maintain a strict scrubbing up regime, wearing surgical masks, goggles, sterile gowns, and gloves appropriately
• Preparation of surgical instruments: Prepare and handle surgical instruments during procedures
• Swab and instrument counts: Prevent retained foreign objects by conducting accurate swab and instrument counts
• Perioperative documentation: Complete necessary documentation throughout the perioperative period
• Waste disposal: Dispose of used instruments, waste, and soiled linen correctly

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with full registration with HCPC/NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council – UK) and no restrictions on practice.
• Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience within an operating theatre.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with a compassionate and patient-centred approach to care.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What we offer:

• Small and friendly team to support you through the registration process.
• Competitive salary with holiday pay accrual through PAYE.
• Shift patterns include: days, evenings and weekends.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Provide PVG and access to training.

How to Apply:

If you or anyone you know is interested in this position, we would love to hear form you. Please submit your CV or call on 0131 240 5260.