Theatre Practitioner (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Theatre Practitioner to join The Highfield Hospital in Rochdale as a bank staff member. You will work on the Theatre department on an as and when required basis, supporting the surgical team and anaesthetics staff during busy periods.

Responsibilities include instrument preparation, maintaining sterility, patient monitoring and post-operative care, with emphasis on infection control and safe practice. Applicants must be registered with NMC or HCPC and demonstrate excellent communication under

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility and equipment safety; support the Anaesthetist in equipment prep, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning; provide post-operative care and discharge readiness.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and patient needs.
• Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and efficient lists.
• Support and contribute to a positive, respectful theatre environment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

NMC Nursing Registration / HCPC

Job description

Theatre Practitioner (Bank)
The Highfield Hospital

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

The Highfield Hospital has recently been awarded OUTSTANDING by the CQC.

The Highfield Hospital in Rochdale 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.

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