Support Worker - Theatres

Medacs Healthcare; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Online CPD training

Health Assured wellbeing support

Dedicated consultant support

Holiday pay and pension scheme

24/7 service availability

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare locums theatre support worker role in Glasgow. Join an NHS theatre team to assist with theatre preparation, instrument passing, sterility, and patient safety in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 1 year of theatre support experience, 6 months UK experience in the last 3 years, and a valid PVG. Benefits include CPD training, wellbeing support, consultant guidance, 24/7 service, and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year Theatre Support Worker experience.
• At least 6 months UK experience within the last 3 years.
• Valid PVG membership.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of operating theatres before procedures, ensuring equipment and materials are available and sterile.
• Supporting the surgical team during operations by providing instruments, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring patient safety.
• Transporting patients to and from the operating theatre with dignity and comfort.
• Maintaining infection control and adhering to health and safety protocols at all times.
• Cleaning and restocking theatres post-procedure, ensuring readiness for the next case.
• Handling specimens and documentation in line with clinical guidelines.
• Collaborating with nurses and surgeons to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Providing reassurance and support to patients before and after surgery.

Skills

Theatre experience

Patient care

Infection control

Education

PVG membership

Job description

Locum Support Worker - Theatres | Glasgow

Are you a dedicated Support Worker - Theatres with experience in Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Plastics, Urology, or General Surgery? Medacs Healthcare is offering an exciting locum opportunity in Glasgow.

Pay: £190 - £250 per day

Shifts: Monday - Sunday

Location: Glasgow

Weekly Pay: Fast, reliable weekly payments

Note: We are unable to process applications from candidates who cannot provide evidence of UK right to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the preparation of operating theatres before procedures, ensuring all equipment and materials are available and sterile.
• Supporting the surgical team during operations by providing instruments, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring patient safety.
• Transporting patients to and from the operating theatre, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout.
• Maintaining high standards of infection control and adhering to health and safety protocols at all times.
• Cleaning and restocking theatres post-procedure, ensuring readiness for the next case.
• Handling specimens and documentation in line with clinical guidelines.
• Collaborating with nurses, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Providing reassurance and support to patients before and after surgery.

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year Theatre Support Worker experience
• At least 6 months recent UK experience within the last 3 years
• Valid PVG membership

Benefits of working with Medacs Healthcare:

• Online CPD training opportunities
• Access to Health Assured employee well-being support
• Dedicated consultant support and guidance
• Comprehensive compliance support
• 24/7/365 service availability
• Holiday pay and pension scheme
• Online CPD training opportunities

Why Choose Us?

• Flexible Working: Create a work-life balance with shifts that suit your schedule
• First Access to Shifts: Secure roles across multiple NHS trusts
• Unwavering Support: Dedicated consultant, revalidation support, and 24/7 service
• Wellbeing Matters: Access to Care4Carers, our employee well-being programme

Ready to Make a Difference?

With your skills and passion for patient care, you'll be a vital part of the theatre team at one of Scotland's leading NHS hospitals.

Note: We are unable to process applications from candidates who cannot provide evidence of UK right to work.

Medacs Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds