Senior Theatre Practitioner

Circle Health Group; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Friends & Family hospital discounts

Family-friendly policies

Non-contributory life insurance

Staff engagement hub

Wellbeing resources

Employee recognition programmes

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group’s Runnymede Hospital in Chertsey seeks a Senior Theatre Practitioner for Orthopaedic Scrub to join the Theatre team. The role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a flexible shift pattern and a salary of up to £45,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications.

You will provide expert instrument handling, assist surgical teams and coordinate theatre lists, while supervising junior team members and ensuring safe patient flow throughout procedures.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Significant perioperative orthopaedic experience.
• Strong clinical governance and safety knowledge.
• Experience in a senior/team-lead role within theatres.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment per protocols.
• Assist surgical and anaesthetic teams, anticipate needs during procedures.
• Lead theatre preparation, scheduling and resource coordination.
• Support Theatre Manager with briefings, stock control and patient flow.
• Supervise junior staff and provide clinical guidance.
• Identify risks and participate in audits and incident reviews.
• Liaise with consultants, anaesthetists and ward teams for continuity of care.

Skills

Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC)

Orthopaedic perioperative expertise

Leadership in theatres

Excellent communication

Education

NMC registration or HCPC registration

Tools

Specialist theatre instruments

Job description

Senior Theatre Practitioner- Orthopaedic Scub

Runnymede Hospital

Hours & Permanent

Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Runnymede Hospital in Chertsey is part of Circle Health Group , Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Theatre Practitionerto join their team of staff in theTheatredepartment.

This is a Full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required tocover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment (e.g., power tools, implants, navigation systems) in line with manufacturers’ guidance and surgical protocols.
• Provide skilled assistance to the surgical and anaesthetic teams, anticipating needs and adapting to changes during procedures.
• Take a senior role in preparing theatres, coordinating surgical lists, and ensuring all equipment, staff, and resources are in place.
• Support the Theatre Manager with team briefings, scheduling, stock control, and ensuring safe patient flow through the theatre suite.
• Supervise junior theatre practitioners, ODPs, and healthcare assistants, providing clinical guidance and oversight during shifts.
• Identify and elevate clinical or operational risks and participate in audits and incident reviews.
• Liaise closely with consultants, anaesthetists, recovery staff, and ward teams to ensure continuity of care and an excellent patient experience.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Significant experience in the perioperative setting with specialist knowledge in orthopaedic surgery.
• Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of procedures, including complex cases.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, infection control, and safety practices in theatre.
• Previous experience in a senior or team lead role within theatres

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities

…and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.

We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

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