Theatre Practitioner (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Circle Health Group is looking for a Theatre Practitioner for Chaucer Hospital in Canterbury. This bank role will involve assisting the surgical team with instrument preparation, patient monitoring, and post-operative care. Applicants must be a Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner and have experience in a theatre environment. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of up to £25. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner.
• Experience or training in a theatre environment in at least one area.
• Understanding of infection control and patient safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments and maintaining sterility.
• Support the anaesthetist in equipment preparation and patient monitoring.
• Provide post-operative care and manage pain and nausea.

Skills

Experience in a theatre environment

Understanding of infection control

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

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

Job description

Theatre Practitioner (Bank) – Chaucer Hospital – Bank Shifts – Salary: Up to £25.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis; you will 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.