Theatre Practitioner

KIMS Hospital; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Maidstone is seeking an experienced Theatre Practitioner to join their bank staff team. This flexible role requires working across anaesthetics, scrub, or recovery to ensure top-quality clinical care and patient safety. Candidates must be a Registered Practitioner with at least two years of experience in an acute hospital setting. Competitive hourly rates and various benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Flexible Working

Private Health Insurance

33 Days Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' post-registration clinical experience as an anaesthetic, scrub, or recovery theatre practitioner.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Strong focus on exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient care requirements independently.
• Undertake safety checks and document appropriately.
• Work flexibly across anaesthetics, scrub, and recovery.

Skills

Clinical governance knowledge

Patient care passion

Collaboration in teamwork

Education

Registered Practitioner (RN or ODP)

Job description

Overview

At KIMS Hospital, we are proud to be an AFPP-accredited theatres team, committed to maintaining the highest standards in surgical practice. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Theatre Practitioner to join our bank staff team. This is a flexible role, working across anaesthetics, scrub, or recovery, ensuring top-quality clinical care and safety for patients within the theatre unit. As a Theatre Practitioner, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team, with a focus on delivering excellent healthcare. You will be an experienced ODP or Theatre Nurse, driven by a passion for patient care, and eager to contribute to a high-performing team. This is a bank role on a zero-hours contract, offering shifts between Monday and Saturday (07:30 - 18:00).

Role Responsibilities

• Assess patient care requirements independently and act as a resource for other staff, implementing care and evaluating outcomes.
• Undertake all safety checks to a high standard and document appropriately.
• Work flexibly across anaesthetics, scrub, and recovery, depending on the department's needs.
• Ensure the highest standards of infection prevention and control are maintained.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to facilitate cohesive teamwork.

Requirements

• Registered Practitioner (RN or ODP).
• A minimum of two years' post-registration clinical experience as an anaesthetic, scrub, or recovery theatre practitioner in an acute hospital (NHS or independent).
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance and its application.
• Evidence of continuous professional development and a commitment to personal growth.
• Passionate about providing exceptional patient care.

About KIMS and Diversity

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits and Conditions

• Flexible Working • Zero Hours Contract • Competitive Hourly Rate and Holiday Pay
• Competitive Salary
• Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• 33 Days Annual Leave + Extra Time Off for Your Birthday
• Life Assurance
• Annual Flu Vaccination
• Free Eye Test