Theatre Practitioner (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,571 - 36,420; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Circle Health Group in Bolton is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for flexible bank shifts in the Theatre department. You will support the surgical team across various specialties including Anaesthetics and Recovery.

Applicants must be a Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with relevant experience and skills. The role demands high standards of patient care, teamwork, and the ability to handle dynamic situations effectively.

Competitive hourly rate offered, alongside opportunities for further training and development.

Qualifications

• Experience or training in a theatre environment.
• Understanding of infection control and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing instruments and patient monitoring.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies.
• Collaborate to achieve safe surgical lists.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)

Job description

Theatre Practitioner (Bank) – Beaumont Hospital – Bank Shifts – Salary: Up to £22.50 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Beaumont Hospital in Bolton is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics.

We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join their team in the Theatre department. Positions in Anaesthetics and Recovery, Orthopaedic Scrub, General Scrub and SFA are all available.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis; you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff during annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety; support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning; and provide post-operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring patient readiness for discharge.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements.
• Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults immediately.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists.
• Support and contribute to a positive, respectful, and efficient theatre environment.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Experience or training in a theatre environment in at least one area (scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery).
• Understanding of infection control, manual handling, and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem‑solve, and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to safe surgical practice.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.