Theatre Practitioner (Bank) - Circle Health Group

Circle Health Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle Health Group in Glasgow is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for bank shifts. You will join the Ross Hall Hospital theatre team and supplement staff during busy periods, ensuring sterile preparation, equipment safety, and patient readiness for discharge.

The role requires theatre experience and registration with the appropriate governing body; you will work on an as-and-when-required basis, contributing to high standards of care in a private healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Must be registered and eligible to practice in the relevant professional body.
• Experience in a theatre environment (scrub, anaesthetics or recovery) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility and equipment safety.
• Support the anaesthetist with equipment, monitoring and patient positioning.
• Provide post-operative care, monitor vitals and manage pain and nausea.
• Ensure infection prevention policies are followed at all times.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and patient needs.
• Foster a positive, collaborative theatre environment.

Skills

Theatre environment experience

Education

NMC Nurse registration or HCPC registration

Job description

Theatre Practitioner (Bank)

Ross Hall Hospital

Bank Shifts

Salary: Up to £22.50 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Overview

Theatre Practitioner (Bank)

Ross Hall Hospital

Bank Shifts

Salary: Up to £22.50 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Ross Hall Hospital in Glasgow 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 the Theatre department.

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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