Senior Theatre Support Worker

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Theatre Support Worker for the Emergency and Neuro Theatres. You will work with Registered Nurses and ODPs to ensure safe, efficient care during surgery, maintaining calm, effective teamwork in high-pressure settings.

The role requires initiative, reliability and excellent communication to support the surgical team and deliver outstanding patient care within a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an Operating Theatre is a must.
• Strong communication and team-working skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a busy, demanding environment.
• A passion for providing excellent care and support to patients.

Skills

Operating theatre experience

Communication skills

Team working

Professionalism under pressure

Patient care passion

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for a Senior Theatre Support Worker in Emergency and Neuro Theatres!

Are you a passionate and driven individual with a knack for providing exceptional patient care in high-pressure environments? We have a unique opportunity for a Senior Theatre Support Worker to join our dynamic team in Emergency and Neuro Theatres. This role will involve working alongside our skilled team of Registered Nurses and Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of care to patients undergoing surgery.

We need someone who is confident, calm under pressure, and has the ability to think on their feet. If you’re someone who thrives in fast-paced, challenging situations, and can prioritize tasks effectively, this role is perfect for you! Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work seamlessly within a team are essential. You will be expected to show initiative, take responsibility for your actions, and support the surgical team in delivering outstanding care, even in challenging circumstances. Your mature approach to work will make a significant difference in providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Please check out our dedicated page to Healthcare Support Workers below; https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/healthcare-support-workers

• Unfortunately we cannot accept those who need sponsorship to work in this role****

Key Qualifications And Experience

• Previous experience working in an Operating Theatre is a must.
• Strong communication and team-working skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a busy, demanding environment.
• A passion for providing excellent care and support to patients

You will be required to submit evidence of your qualifications for this position. If your qualifications were obtained overseas, please ensure that you acquire a Statement of Comparability from UK ENIC to facilitate a clear understanding of how your qualifications align with UK standards.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You will have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet amazing people & do things you would never have done. You will learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You will make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Victoria Harrison Job title: Clinical Manager Email address: [e-mail]