Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Theatre Practitioner

HCA HEALTHCARE UK; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare provider in London is seeking a Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Theatre Practitioner to join their esteemed Operating Theatres team. This role involves leading theatre lists, preparing for surgeries, and ensuring patient safety during complex elective procedures. You will collaborate with world-class surgeons and mentor junior staff while maintaining high standards of care. Candidates should have significant expertise in orthopaedic surgeries and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing sterile fields and supporting complex surgeries.
• Ability to mentor and support junior colleagues.
• Expertise in major elective orthopaedic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead in running theatre lists and maintaining sterile fields.
• Ensure safe surgical practices throughout the peri-operative journey.
• Support and mentor junior theatre staff.

Skills

Orthopaedic expertise

Robotic surgery experience

Surgical safety practices

Mentorship skills

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Theatre Practitioner to join our dynamic Operating Theatres team at The Princess Grace Hospital, rated Good by the CQC. This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of Londons leading private hospitals, home to seven state‑of‑the‑art theatres including a hybrid theatre, a dedicated robotic surgery suite, and three laminar‑flow theatres supporting complex orthopaedic procedures.

You will work alongside world‑class surgeons and cutting‑edge technology, including the Da Vinci Surgical System, with over 500 robotic procedures already completed across our sites. Our theatres offer a fast‑paced, supportive and highly professional environment where your orthopaedic expertise—particularly in major elective cases such as hips, knees, shoulders, replacements and revisions—will be valued and developed.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will take the lead in running theatre lists, preparing and maintaining the sterile field, and ensuring safe, efficient surgical practice throughout the peri‑operative journey. You will also support and mentor junior colleagues, contributing to a collaborative culture that prioritises patient safety, team cohesion and clinical excellence.

At HCA UK, we care about your wellbeing, your career ambitions and your ability to deliver outstanding patient care. Join us and let us support you in achieving your best.

As a Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding care to patients undergoing complex elective orthopaedic procedures, including hips, knees, shoulders, and revision surgeries. You will lead on running theatre lists, preparing theatres, and maintaining a safe, efficient, and well‑organised surgical environment.

Your specialist skills will be essential in preparing and managing the sterile field, supporting surgeons throughout procedures, and ensuring patient safety across every stage of the peri‑operative journey. You will also contribute to the development of the team by mentoring junior colleagues and sharing your clinical expertise.

Working collaboratively across the theatre suite, you will help foster a positive, supportive, and high‑performing environment. Above all, you will champion the highest standards of safety, professionalism and patient‑centred care.

About HCA Healthcare UK & The Princess Grace Hospital

HCA Healthcare UK is the country’s largest provider of privately funded healthcare, known for delivering exceptional patient care, advanced clinical practice and continuous investment in innovation. With a network of award‑winning hospitals, specialist centres and outpatient facilities, we bring together world‑leading consultants, cutting‑edge technology and a commitment to personalised, compassionate care.

The Princess Grace Hospital is one of HCA UK’s flagship acute hospitals and a recognised centre of excellence in complex care. Located in the heart of London, it is home to seven state‑of‑the‑art operating theatres, including a hybrid theatre, a dedicated robotic surgery suite and multiple laminar‑flow theatres designed specifically for advanced orthopaedic surgery. Our teams work with internationally renowned surgeons and the latest surgical innovations, including the Da Vinci robotic system, supporting some of the most complex procedures performed in the private sector.