Senior Theatre Practitioner - Anaesthetics

Circle Health Group Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Senior Theatre Practitioner - Anaesthetics at Mount Alvernia Hospital, Guildford. The role involves specialized surgical support, team management, and patient care coordination in a dynamic theatre environment. Join a commitment to high-quality healthcare with competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme covering pre-existing conditions

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Non-contributory life insurance

Employee recognition programmes

Industry leading training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in perioperative settings, particularly in orthopaedic surgery.
• Comprehensive knowledge of complex surgical procedures.
• Previous experience in a senior or team lead role within theatres.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Provide skilled assistance to surgical and anaesthetic teams during operations.
• Supervise junior theatre practitioners and provide clinical guidance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Clinical governance knowledge

Infection control knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)

Job description

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Senior Theatre Practitioner - Anaesthetics

Apply locations Mount Alvernia Hospital - Guildford time type Full time posted on Posted 16 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 27, 2025 (15 days left to apply) job requisition id JR108745

Senior Theatre Practitioner
Mount Alvernia Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Mount Alvernia Hospital in Guildford 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 Practitioner t o 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 escalate 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 Pension Scheme
• 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.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy

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