Theatre Nurse / Practitioner – Ophthalmic

Appoint Group; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private eye clinic in Norwich is seeking a Theatre Nurse / Practitioner to join their expanding team. This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment performing advanced ophthalmic procedures. Applicants should be NMC/HCPC registered with at least 1 year of theatre experience in the UK and a desire for professional development.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Free 24/7 GP consultation service

Ongoing training and development

Private medical insurance

Blue Light Card

Life assurance

Free parking

Qualifications

• Registered with no restrictions or conditions on your pin.
• At least 1 year of experience in UK theatres.
• Interest in professional development, with opportunities for a surgical assist course.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery and provide guidance.
• Care for patients recovering from sedation post-surgery.
• Ensure medical equipment is prepared and follow surgeon's instructions.

Skills

Patient Care

Surgical Assistance

Medicine Management

Education

NMC / HCPC Registration

Job description

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Theatre Nurse / Practitioner – Ophthalmic, Norwich

Client: Appoint Group

Location: Norwich

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 8447a1de1435

Job Views: 49

Posted: 24.06.2025

Expiry Date: 08.08.2025

Job Description:

About the role:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a driven and experienced Theatre Nurse / Practitioner to join a highly reputable, state-of-the-art private eye clinic in Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity for a Theatre Nurse / Practitioner to join their thriving theatre team permanently. The clinic is high performing and expanding, and within this role, you will be exposed to a wide range of specialties. The service practices some of the most advanced treatments, offering a range of surgical procedures in ophthalmology. This is a great opportunity to expand your skills in assisting patients undergoing procedures including cataract surgery in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced and high-volume clinical setting
• Prepare patients for surgery
• Guide patients through their journey and reassure them throughout
• Care for patients post-surgery, recovering from sedation
• Review patient charts and confirm data accuracy
• Ensure medical equipment is prepared for surgery
• Follow surgeons’ directions and pass medical equipment
• Medicine management and audits

Who we’re looking for

• Be NMC / HCPC registered with no restrictions or conditions on your pin
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without sponsorship
• At least 1 year of experience working in UK theatres
• Ophthalmic / optometry / ophthalmology experience is highly desirable
• Interest in development and progression; this role offers the opportunity to complete the surgical assist course

Employees are offered a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays and your birthday off
• Competitive salary
• Brand new site
• Blue Light Card
• Death in service benefit (3x your salary)
• Free 24/7 GP consultation service
• Opportunities for career progression and regular salary increases
• Ongoing training and development from their learning and development team
• Great company culture
• Free Specsavers eye tests and vouchers worth over £200
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Free parking

Fit the profile? Then why not apply:

Alternatively, you can text 07429 877199 – this number is only for texting and cannot accept calls. Please include your name in the message so I know who it’s from.

Person Specification: All applicants must have a valid NMC / HCPC registration with no restrictions and full eligibility to work in the UK, with at least 1 year of theatre experience in the UK.