Senior ODP-IVF

HCA Healthcare UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Senior ODP – IVF to join their team at The Lister Fertility Clinic. The successful candidate will ensure the safe running of IVF procedures, work closely with surgeons and anaesthetists, and advocate for patients during sensitive experiences. This role demands HCPC registration and proven anaesthetic recovery experience, alongside strong communication skills. You'll enjoy competitive pay with various employee benefits, including private healthcare and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

25 days holiday each year

Private healthcare insurance

Private pension contributions

Season ticket loan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Group life assurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as an ODP or NMC registration (Anaesthetic Theatre Nurse)
• Proven experience in Anaesthetics and Recovery within an operating theatre.
• Extensive experience in a theatre setting.
• Completion of an anaesthetics course (or equivalent experience).
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced theatre environment.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe running of procedures in the IVF theatre.
• Work closely with surgeons and anaesthetists to provide safe sedation and recovery.
• Advocate for patients during procedures, ensuring their comfort and safety.
• Maintain compliance through audits and stock management.

Skills

HCPC registration as an ODP or NMC registration

Proven experience in Anaesthetics and Recovery

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Senior ODP – IVF

Lo ndon : The Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital, Great Portland Street, London
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week

Shifts: 3 days pw
Salary: Competitive

We’re looking for a Senior ODP – IVF to join our dedicated team at The Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital , currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC. Our clinic is one of the UK’s leading centres for assisted reproduction, offering IVF, donor and surrogacy services, and fertility preservation. With fully integrated electronic systems, an on‑site pharmacy, and a team known for delivering five‑star care, this is an opportunity to work alongside renowned consultants in reproductive medicine in a supportive, respectful environment.

As a Senior ODP in our IVF theatre, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safe running of procedures. Day to day, you’ll work closely with surgeons and anaesthetists to provide safe sedation and recovery, assist throughout theatre processes, and advocate for patients during what can be a vulnerable experience. You’ll also help maintain compliance through audits and stock management, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you’ll bring

• HCPC registration as an ODP or NMC registration (Anaesthetic Theatre Nurse)
• Proven experience in Anaesthetics and Recovery within an operating theatre
• Extensive experience in a theatre setting
• Completion of an anaesthetics course (or equivalent experience)
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced theatre environment
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, and facilities. Being part of a large, multisite healthcare group means unrivalled opportunities for career progression, alongside working conditions that prioritise your wellbeing.

As a Senior ODP in IVF, you’ll enjoy:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
• Private healthcare insurance
• Private pension contributions that grow with service
• Season ticket loan and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Group life assurance from day one
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values

At HCA UK, exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each of us brings because when you feel seen, heard, and supported, you can be at your best for our patients and each other.

Our mission is simple: above all else, we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life—a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

• Unique and individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual
• Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion
• Honesty, integrity and fairness: We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness
• Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity

Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.