Senior Theatre Nurse / ODP – Private Hospital

Appoint Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private hospital in Chelmsford is seeking a Senior Theatre Nurse / ODP to join their experienced theatre team. The role involves delivering high-quality clinical outcomes, performing surgical scrub roles, and providing leadership support. Candidates must have valid NMC registration and at least 3 years of orthopaedic scrub experience. The position offers a supportive working environment and various employee benefits including private healthcare and career development opportunities.

Benefits

On-going training and support for career development

Flexible shifts

Private Healthcare

Contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Free DBS

Free uniform

Free parking

Subsidised meals

Wellbeing centre access

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience working in the UK in orthopaedic scrub.
• Valid NMC / HCPC registration required.
• Experience with hip arthroplasty, knee arthroplasty, and ACL.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the highest quality of clinical outcomes.
• Perform the scrub role in consultant-led surgeries.
• Provide leadership support to the theatre team.

Skills

Valid NMC / HCPC registration - no restrictions

3 years of experience in orthopaedic scrub

Experience of hip and knee arthroplasties

Surgical First Assist Qualification (SFA)

Flexible and positive attitude

Job description

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Senior Theatre Nurse / ODP – Private Hospital, Chelmsford

Client:

Appoint Group

Location:

Chelmsford

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

About the role:

• You will be joining our experienced and expanding theatre team as a Senior Scrub Nurse / ODP where you will be responsible for:
• Delivering the highest quality of clinical outcomes
• Performing the scrub role in consultant-led surgeries
• Working across a varied range of specialisms
• Providing leadership support to the team
• Working well as part of a supportive team
• Being enthusiastic and empathetic
• Working well independently

Who we’re looking for:

• Valid NMC / HCPC registration - no restrictions or conditions
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK
• At least 3 years of experience working in the UK in orthopaedic scrub
• Experience of hip arthroplasty, knee arthroplasty, and anterior cruciate ligaments
• Surgical First Assist Qualification (SFA) – highly desirable
• Flexible and positive attitude

Employee benefits include:

• On-going training and support for career development
• Flexible shifts
• Private Healthcare
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private Life Assurance
• 25 days annual leave
• Opportunity to buy/sell annual leave
• Free DBS
• Free uniform
• Free parking
• Subsidised meals at staff restaurant
• Wellbeing centre/ access to 24/7 employee assistance line
• Excellent opportunities to grow, develop, and specialise your career
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Friendly working environment

Person Specification: All applicants for the role of Senior Theatre Nurse / ODP must have a valid NMC / HCPC registration with no restrictions and full eligibility to live and work in the UK. At least 3 years of experience in the UK working in orthopaedic scrub is essential for this position.