Senior Orthopaedic Theatre Practitioner - Flexible Shifts

Circle Health Group

Matlock

On-site

GBP 39,000 - 47,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays (30+

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies

Life insurance

Staff wellbeing resources

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group is seeking a Senior Theatre Practitioner for the orthopaedic theatre team at Bishops Wood Hospital. This permanent, full-time role covers 37.5 hours per week with flexible shifts and a salary up to £43,000 per year.

The ideal candidate will have perioperative orthopaedic experience, leadership ability and robust governance knowledge to supervise staff, coordinate lists and ensure safe patient flow throughout the theatre suite.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) registration.
Significant perioperative experience with orthopaedic surgery.
Proven leadership and team management in theatres.
Strong clinical governance and infection control knowledge.
Experience in a senior or team lead theatre role.
Orthopaedic theatre experience essential.

Responsibilities

Prepare and handle specialised instrumentation and equipment in line with guidance and protocols.
Provide skilled assistance to surgical and anaesthetic teams.
Take a senior role in preparing theatres and coordinating lists.
Support Theatre Manager with briefings, scheduling, stock control and patient flow.
Supervise junior theatre practitioners, ODPs and healthcare assistants.
Identify and elevate risks; participate in audits and incident reviews.
Liaise with consultants, anaesthetists, recovery staff and ward teams.