Theatre Practitioner | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust in Wimborne Minster is seeking an experienced scrub Theatre practitioner for a busy Day Surgery Unit to join the dedicated Theatre team delivering elective care.

This part-time post (25 hours weekly) involves assisting with surgical procedures across Orthopaedics, ENT, Gynaecology and General surgery, equipment management, and adherence to infection prevention standards.

Qualifications

• Experienced scrub Theatre practitioner in a Day Surgery Unit.
• Delivers safe patient care throughout the perioperative journey.
• Assists with surgical procedures across Orthopaedics, ENT, Gynaecology and General surgery.
• Requires Enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available).

Responsibilities

• Assisting in equipment management, stock control and ensuring compliance with infection prevention standards.
• Participating in clinical audits, data collection and driving improvements in theatre practice.
• Contributing to smooth, safe and high quality theatre operations.
• Support and collaboration with the theatre team to deliver elective care.

Skills

Scrub theatre

Theatre patient care

Perioperative safety

Job description

Theatre Practitioner | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Company:

Company: Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

An experienced scrub Theatre practitioner for a multiple speciality Day Surgery Unit.Join our dedicated Theatre team at Victoria Hospital Wimborne delivering exemptional elective care.

You will be working in a modern, purpose built environment alongside a close-knit team who share a commitment to excellent patient outcomes, safety and collaborative working.

You will play a vital role in ensuring smooth, safe and high quality theatre operations.

This is a part time post of 25 hours per week. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Supporting and delivering safe patient care throughout the perioperative journey.

Assisting with surgical procedures across a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, ENT, Gynaecology and General surgery.

Assisting in equipment management, stock control and ensuing compliance with Infection prevention standards.

Participating in clinical audits, data collection and driving improvements in theatre practice.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidate’s individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [e-mail]

This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Nov 2026

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust