Theatre Practitioner (Bank) - Flexible Hours & Private Medical

Circle Health Group Limited (Weekly Payroll); Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Albyn Hospital in Aberdeen, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for theatre staff bank shifts. Roles available in anaesthetics, recovery, scrub, and SFA. You will prepare instruments, assist anaesthetists, monitor patients, and support safe surgical lists.

Must be NMC/HCPC registered with theatre experience. This is an as-and-when-required role with competitive hourly rates and flexible hours.

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, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety.
• Support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning.
• Provide post-operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring patient readiness for discharge.

Skills

Work under pressure

Problem solving

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

NMC Registration

HCPC Registration

Job description

The Albyn Hospital in Aberdeen, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for theatre staff bank shifts. Roles available in anaesthetics, recovery, scrub, and SFA. You will prepare instruments, assist anaesthetists, monitor patients, and support safe surgical lists.

Must be NMC/HCPC registered with theatre experience. This is an as-and-when-required role with competitive hourly rates and flexible hours.