Theatre Practitioner (Bank)

Circle Health Group Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Circle Health Group is seeking a Theatre Practitioner (Bank) to support surgical teams at Meriden Hospital in Coventry. The role involves preparing for surgeries, ensuring patient safety, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must be registered nurses or operating department practitioners with theater experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner qualifications required.
• Experience in theatre environment required.
• Understanding of infection control and patient safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team with instruments and patient monitoring.
• Prepare operating theatres for surgery according to requirements.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

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

Job description

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Theatre Practitioner (Bank)

Apply locations Meriden Hospital - Coventry time type Part time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 20, 2025 (22 days left to apply) job requisition id JR109443

Theatre Practitioner (Bank)
The Meriden Hospital
Bank Shifts
Salary: Up to £26.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Meriden Hospital in Coventry is part of Circle Health Group , Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

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

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 in times of 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.

“Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy ”

At Circle Health Group, we understand that your dream job may not always be listed among our current openings. However, we welcome the opportunity to connect with talented and passionate professionals like you!

We encourage you to share your contact information and CV with us so we can keep you in mind for future opportunities that may be the perfect fit for you. Our team will reach out to you if we identify any positions that align with your career goals and qualifications.

Thank you for considering Circle Health Group as a potential employer, and we look forward to the possibility of working with you in the future.