Theatre Perioperative Practitioner (RN/ODP) – Band 5

NHS Scotland; Paisley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave + holidays

Salary sacrifice Car Benefit

Study bursaries and e-learning

Counselling and support services

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) invites applications for a Band 5 Theatre Perioperative Practitioner (RN/ODP) to join the Main Theatre Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. The department operates 9 theatres and a 12-bed recovery area, delivering perioperative care 24/7 across diverse specialties.

The role offers permanent 33 hours per week with a flexible pattern (Mon-Sun: Early, Late, Nights). Comprehensive training, mentorship and development opportunities are provided in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or HCPC registered with current professional registration.
• Enthusiastic and motivated with an interest in perioperative practice.
• Previous perioperative experience is advantageous but not essential; comprehensive training will be provided.
• Access to a structured mentorship and support programme.
• Opportunity to undertake funded Safe Scrub training.
• Opportunity to complete Anaesthetic and Recovery courses through Glasgow Caledonian University.
• Access to an in-house perioperative training programme.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and appraisal.
• PVG Scheme/Disclosure Scotland check required.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality perioperative care as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care throughout the surgical journey.
• Supervise registered and unregistered staff and support learners.
• Support service development, research and audit activities.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure professional standards.
• Contribute to staffing, equipment and resource management.
• Promote a positive learning environment and lead teams when required.

Skills

Team collaboration

Perioperative interest

Willing to learn

Education

NMC/HCPC registered

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) invites applications for a Band 5 Theatre Perioperative Practitioner (RN/ODP) to join the Main Theatre Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. The department operates 9 theatres and a 12-bed recovery area, delivering perioperative care 24/7 across diverse specialties.

The role offers permanent 33 hours per week with a flexible pattern (Mon-Sun: Early, Late, Nights). Comprehensive training, mentorship and development opportunities are provided in a dynamic