Theatre Clinical Manager - Scrub

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals; Chorley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chorley is seeking a full-time Scrub Clinical Manager to lead and support theatre teams while ensuring high clinical standards. This role involves both clinical and non-clinical responsibilities, offering opportunities for staff development and engagement with key leadership duties. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse or ODP with substantial scrub experience and strong leadership skills, dedicated to fostering a collaborative culture and delivering outstanding care.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Dynamic team environment

Chance to make an impact

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse / ODP with current NMC / HCPC Registration.
• Specialist qualification in scrub practice or extensive scrub experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the theatre department.
• Support the Theatre Coordinator in decision-making.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and well-organised environment.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical competence

Team management

Budget management

Education

Registered Nurse / ODP with current NMC / HCPC Registration

Degree in related subject

NMC recognized Mentorship qualification

Job description

Job overview

Ready to take the next step in your career?

We have an exciting opportunity at Chorley Theatres, recently accredited as an Elective Surgery Hub for both adult and paediatric surgical patients.

We are seeking a full-time Band 7 Scrub Clinical Manager to join our dynamic team. This role offers a blend of clinical and non-clinical responsibilities, supporting theatre teams while undertaking key leadership duties.

Are you passionate about leading and inspiring teams? Do you thrive in promoting a positive, collaborative culture and delivering high standards of care? If so, we want to hear from you.

As Clinical Manager, you will provide professional leadership and expert guidance on quality and safety initiatives across Chorley Theatres. You’ll be a visible and proactive role model, driving excellence and supporting staff development.

Chorley Theatres comprises 13 operating theatres covering over 14 specialties, including fortnightly elective paediatric day case lists. Our elective hub is a progressive and vibrant service, and we’re looking for a leader with the drive, passion, and vision to help shape its future.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities :

You will oversee a range of specialties including Vascular, Colorectal, Dental / Maxillofacial, ENT, and Ophthalmology. Extensive scrub experience within the theatre environment is essential, along with the ability to provide strong leadership and clear direction to your team. You’ll be expected to champion research and development opportunities, driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Working alongside three peer Clinical Managers (two Scrub and one Anaesthetic / Recovery), you will regularly take on the role of Duty Clinical Manager. In this capacity, you will :

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the theatre department
• Support the Theatre Coordinator in decision-making and problem-solving
• Escalate concerns and issues to the Matron as appropriate

You will play a vital role in engaging with staff and students, offering clinical supervision and expert advice to help them reach their full potential. A proactive and positive approach is essential, particularly in identifying issues and implementing standards that ensure a safe, clean, and well-organised environment.

Working for our organisation

Why Join Us?

At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, you’ll be part of a team of over 10,000 dedicated professionals working together to deliver high-quality care to our patients. Whether your role is clinical or non-clinical, you’ll be helping to care for 370,000 people locally and providing specialist services to 1.5 million people across Lancashire and Cumbria.

Working with us means being part of something truly meaningful. Every task you undertake contributes to the wellbeing of our patients and staff, helping us to thrive and deliver outstanding healthcare across our communities.

You’ll benefit from a wide range of development opportunities, gain new skills, meet fantastic colleagues, and experience things you may never have imagined. You’ll learn about hospital life, collaborate with professionals from diverse roles, and build a career that makes a real impact.

We encourage bold thinking and innovation. You’ll be challenged to think differently, help drive improvements, and be part of a team that puts patient care and experience at the heart of everything we do. Your role will be pivotal—and something to be genuinely proud of.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As Scrub Clinical Manager, you will play a pivotal role in promoting and maintaining high clinical standards and professional practice within the theatre environment. You will provide strong leadership and clear direction, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities :

• Leadership & Standards: Lead by example, monitoring and maintaining standards of care and professional practice, while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Financial Oversight: Manage specialist theatre budgets, identifying opportunities for savings and efficiencies to support cost-effective service delivery.
• Operational Planning: Maintain strong links with surgical specialties to support effective workstream planning and implementation, maximising theatre utilisation.
• Patient-Centred Care: Ensure the planning, delivery, and evaluation of care meets the personalised health and wellbeing needs of patients, aligned with the Trust’s Values, HCPC, and the Nursing & Midwifery Professional Framework.
• Staff Development: Act as a role model, providing clinical supervision, guidance, and support to staff and students, helping them reach their full potential.
• Clinical Support: Work clinically to support the theatres, offering leadership and hands-on expertise to the team.
• Environment Management: Ensure the productive operation of the clinical area, maintaining a safe, clean, and organised environment.
• Policy Implementation: Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote effective and efficient theatre utilisation.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse / ODP with current NMC / HCPC Registration
• Degree in related subject or working towards
• NMC recognised Mentorship qualification
• Specialist qualification in • scrub practice or portfolio of evidence of extensive scrub experience (scrub posts)
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Leadership Course (CPM, ILM, Coaching)

Desirable criteria

• Level 4 ILM (Institute of leadership and Management) or equivalent.
• Surgical First Assistant qualification (scrub posts)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria

• Able to perform extended clinical scrub duties
• Evidence of expert clinical competence in area of speciality
• Awareness of changes in practice and the ability to implement change.
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
• Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
• Leadership Experience & Managing Teams.

Desirable criteria

• Experience of budgetary management