Theatre Anaesthetic Practitioner | Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking theatre practitioners with anaesthetic skills to join their team. The role involves providing safe and compassionate care in Gynaecology and Obstetrics theatres. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication abilities and effective teamwork, contributing to high-quality patient care. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as the advert closes on September 24, 2025.

Qualifications

• Registered staff must be RGN or ODP qualified.
• Ability to perform as a competent clinical member in theatre.
• Skill in maintaining Operating Theatre cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a clinical member of the anaesthetic team.
• Maintain high quality standards in the Operating Theatre.
• Contribute ideas for service improvement.

Skills

Anaesthetic skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Registered Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Job description

Overview

As part of a continuing recruitment plan, we are looking for dynamic and proactive staff to maintain the delivery of safe, high quality, patient-focused care within our Gynaecology and Obstetrics theatres. An exciting opportunity has arisen for theatre practitioners with anaesthetic skills to take on roles at Liverpool Women’s Hospital. We are seeking forward thinking and highly motivated staff who can demonstrate good time management, clear communication (verbal, written and electronic), and the ability to work as part of a cohesive team. Liverpool Women's Hospital invites interested candidates to arrange an informal visit.

This post is suitable for registered staff – RGN and ODP, newly qualified and experienced.

Note: PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY.

Responsibilities

• To perform as a safe and competent clinical member of the anaesthetic team in theatre and provide specialised holistic care for the peri-operative patient.
• Contribute to an effective, motivated and competent workforce and ensure that high quality standards are maintained and developed.
• Ensure the cleanliness of all the Operating Theatre areas and equipment at all times.
• Prepare the Operating Theatre prior to and following operative procedures.
• Participate in out-of-hours on-call rota as required.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required to assist in the smooth running of the Operating Department.
• Be responsible for the self-development of skills and competencies.
• Maintain a broad understanding of the work of the Clinical Support Services and the Trust as a whole and actively contribute ideas for the improvement of service provision.

About Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research & innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families. We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion. The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving its services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible, with long-term strategies and new plans for future service development.

Additional information

Check out why Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

• Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652
• Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

Application details

For information regarding full duties, responsibilities and a detailed job description please see attached documentation.

This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Sep 2025.