Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner - Band 6

The London Clinic; West End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Private medical cover

Pension – matched scheme

Employee assistance programme

Blue light card

Cycle to work

Electric car scheme

Subsidised staff restaurant

Recognition programmes

Job summary

The London Clinic is seeking a Senior Scrub Theatre Practitioner to join our Orthopaedic Theatres team. You will lead Scrub activities for complex orthopedic procedures, support surgeons, and mentor junior staff in a busy private hospital setting.

This role requires strong orthopaedic scrub experience, Band 6 theatre experience, and excellent communication to maintain patient safety and high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Current NMC or HCPC registration.
• Significant post registration experience in theatres.
• Band 6 level experience within operating theatres.
• Strong orthopaedic scrub experience.
• Experience mentoring and supporting colleagues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and outstanding patient care.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Scrub Practitioner for complex orthopaedic procedures.
• Support surgeons and undertake Surgical First Assistant duties if qualified.
• Coordinate theatre activities to ensure safe and efficient lists.
• Monitor equipment, implants and consumables.
• Mentor junior theatre staff and promote best practice.
• Contribute to service improvements and audits.
• Support Theatre Leadership with day-to-day departmental management.
• Maintain high standards of perioperative patient care.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Orthopaedic Scrub

Theatre coordination

Mentoring

Surgical Assistant

Communication

Patient safety

Education

NMC or HCPC registration

Tools

Robotic surgery equipment

Job description

Job Title: Senior Scrub Theatre Practitioner - Band 6

Department: Main Theatres - Orthopaedic Team

Salary: Dependent on experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Bring your orthopaedic expertise to a theatre team delivering complex and innovative surgery

A little about the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Scrub Theatre Practitioner to join our Orthopaedic Theatres team at The London Clinic.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated theatre professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and supporting complex orthopaedic procedures within one of the UK’s leading independent charitable hospitals.

You will spend the majority of your time supporting a varied orthopaedic caseload, including major joint replacement surgery, complex revision procedures, spinal surgery, sports injury surgery and other specialist orthopaedic interventions. As part of our collaborative theatre department, you will also support other surgical specialties when required.

Alongside your clinical responsibilities, you will act as a senior member of the team, coordinating theatre activity, mentoring junior colleagues and supporting the continued development of our services.

Strong Orthopaedic Scrub experience and previous Band 6 experience within an operating theatre environment are essential for this position.

What you’ll be doing

• Act as the Scrub Practitioner for a wide range of complex orthopaedic procedures
• Support consultants throughout surgery and undertake Surgical First Assistant duties where appropriately qualified
• Coordinate theatre activities to help operating lists run safely, smoothly and efficiently
• Monitor and manage specialist equipment, implants and surgical consumables
• Support, supervise and mentor junior members of the theatre team
• Promote best practice, patient safety and clinical excellence across the department
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives, audits and quality projects
• Support the Theatre Leadership Team with the day to day management of the department
• Maintain the highest standards of perioperative patient care
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, practitioners and wider multidisciplinary colleague

What we’re looking for

• Current NMC or HCPC registration
• Strong Orthopaedic Scrub experience
• Significant post registration experience within theatres
• Previous Band 6 experience within an operating theatre environment
• Experience leading, mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work effectively within a busy and complex surgical environment
• A strong commitment to patient safety and outstanding patient care
• A recognised Surgical First Assistant qualification (not essential)

What you’ll be part of

At The London Clinic, everything starts with our people. Established in 1932, we are one of the UK’s largest independent charitable hospitals, dedicated to providing exceptional care and advancing healthcare for the benefit of our patients and wider community.

We care for more than 120,000 patients each year and reinvest our surplus into our people, facilities, technology and charitable activities. Our hospital has 234 beds, 10 theatres and a 13 bed Intensive Care Unit, supported by more than 1,300 colleagues and over 700 leading consultants.

You will join our Main Theatres Department, which consists of 10 operating theatres delivering a broad range of elective and complex procedures across multiple surgical specialties. Our teams work alongside some of the UK’s leading surgeons, anaesthetists and multidisciplinary professionals to provide safe, personalised care and achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.

The Orthopaedic service is a key part of the department, supporting major joint replacements, complex revision procedures, spinal surgery, sports injury surgery and other specialist interventions. You will work within a modern theatre environment equipped with advanced surgical technology, including robotic surgery, giving you excellent opportunities to further develop your orthopaedic expertise.

In March 2026, The London Clinic became the first hospital in the UK to successfully perform remote robot assisted telesurgery, with a surgeon in London operating on a patient in Gibraltar more than 2,400 kilometres away. This achievement reflects our commitment to innovation and gives our theatre teams the opportunity to work at the forefront of surgical advancement and emerging technology.

You will become part of an experienced and supportive team that values collaboration, professional development and recognition. You will have the opportunity to contribute to service improvement, support junior colleagues and play an active role in maintaining high standards across the department.

The London Clinic has also been recognised in the Financial Times Best Employers Survey 2026, reflecting our continued commitment to creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported and able to develop.

A Word From Our Team

Oreene Sunglao, Senior Theatre Practitioner, shares their experience of working within our Theatre team:

"What has kept me at The London Clinic is the recognition I have received for my hard work. The support I provide to the department and the theatre team has always been consistent ever since I became a scrub practitioner a couple of years ago."

"I used to think that the small and significant things I do each day would go unnoticed, but my colleagues, surgeons, anaesthetists and other members of the team have recognised and appreciated my compassion and dedication in theatres."

"I believe it is very important for your work and value to be recognised. It motivates you to continue working harder and wanting to contribute even more to the organisation."

What's in it for you

• Life insurance – Get life cover worth four times your salary, whether you're full‑time or part‑time.
• Private medical cover – Once you've passed probation, our employee medical scheme gives you fast‑track access to private healthcare.
• Pension – Join our matched pension scheme and enjoy up to 10% contributions.
• Employee assistance programme – From stress to practical guidance, our counselling service has your back
• Blue light card – Unlock thousands of discounts! From supermarkets to holidays, fashion, tech, and days out, your Blue Light Card makes it all cheaper.
• Cycle to work – Pedal your way to a healthier, greener commute! Enjoy tax‑free benefits while reducing your carbon footprint.
• Electric car scheme – Our Electric Car Scheme makes switching to a cleaner, eco‑friendly ride simple and affordable.
• Subsidised staff restaurant – Dig into a variety of tasty, healthy meals without denting your wallet.
• Recognition programmes – Celebrate wins big and small! Our Recognition Programmes make sure your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.

How to find us:

Our main hospital is based at:

Located in central London near Harley Street, we are within walking distance of:

• Oxford Circus
• Bond Street
• Baker Street
• Great Portland Street

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre‑employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The London Clinic values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process and will make reasonable adjustments where needed - please let us know if there is anything we can do to support you.