Theatre Medical Devices Lead Practitioner

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a senior Medical Devices and Equipment Lead Practitioner to drive safe equipment management across operating theatres and related services. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on clinical presence to support patient safety and service improvement.

The post requires post-registration experience in a theatre environment, strong communication, and the ability to lead change across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or ODP on the NMC/HCPC register.
• Postgraduate studies (level 6 or 7) related to acute care.
• First degree or evidence of working towards one.
• Completed national practice assessor training or ENB998 equivalent.
• Leadership qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for equipment management across the Directorate.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained, safe for patient use, and compliant with legislation.
• Coordinate equipment management lifecycle from procurement to decommissioning.
• Maintain a visible clinical presence and support Duty Practitioner shifts.
• Lead change and drive continuous quality improvement within theatre services.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

IT Skills

Education

Professional registration (NMC/HCPC)

Postgraduate studies in acute care

Bachelor degree or in progress

National Practice Assessor training

Leadership qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

EPR systems

Job description

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a senior Medical Devices and Equipment Lead Practitioner to drive safe equipment management across operating theatres and related services. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on clinical presence to support patient safety and service improvement.

The post requires post-registration experience in a theatre environment, strong communication, and the ability to lead change across cross-functional teams.