Theatre Practitioner- General Surgery

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in York is seeking an experienced Theatre Practitioner for General Surgery. The role requires at least two years of theatre experience and an active NMC pin. You will prioritize patient care, support families, and contribute to the development of surgical procedures. Benefits include access to the NHS Pension Scheme and generous holiday options.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

27-33 days holiday

Relocation package up to 30% of salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Active NMC/HCPC pin required.
• At least two years of theatre experience.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and develop clinical assessment skills.
• Support patients and families with effective communication.
• Prepare and organize clinical areas for patients.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical assessment skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration or qualified Operating Department Practitioner

Teaching qualification

Job description

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Theatre Practitioner- General Surgery

The closing date is 20 October 2025

We are recruiting for experienced registered Theatre Practitioners/Theatre Nurses and ODPs with at least two years theatre experience. Our area provides high standard patient care from 11 specialist theatres, 6 day unit theatres, and acute and chronic pain services. Surgical specialties include: Maxillofacial, ENT, Gynaecology, Urology, Vascular, Upper GI, Colorectal, Breast and plastics, Acutes including Trauma.

Requirements include an active NMC/HCPC pin, passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to patient-centered care. A positive attitude to improvement of patient care through research evidence and willingness to supervise and teach junior staff are also necessary.

Main duties of the job

• Demonstrate and develop clinical assessment skills and prioritize care for patients undergoing surgical/anaesthetic procedures.
• Support patients and families, communicating clinical information effectively.
• Contribute to the development of patient care within operating theatres.
• Prepare and organize clinical areas for patients.
• Safely identify, prepare, check, and assemble equipment required for operating lists.
• Adhere to the NMC/HCPC professional Code of Conduct.

About us

We offer benefits including access to the NHS Pension Scheme, 27-33 days holiday, a relocation package, and various leave options.

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
• 27-33 days holiday
• Relocation package up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k)
• Various leave options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes
• Learning and development opportunities
• Staff discounts

Job responsibilities

• Interviews will be held in person at York Hospital.
• Professional Registration will be checked before shortlisting.
• Candidates are encouraged to contact the Recruiting Manager for an informal discussion.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to being kind, open, and pursuing excellence.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration or qualified Operating Department Practitioner.
• Teaching qualification

Experience

• Previous theatre experience at Band 5

Knowledge

• Awareness of current issues in healthcare
• Awareness of theatre specialty and patient needs
• Awareness of evidence-based practice in a theatre environment
• Understanding of Health and Safety/COSHH

Behaviour

• Professional approach to patient care
• Lateral thinking
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

Disposition

• Enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Committed to working with people
• Ability to work flexibly
• Commitment to self-development

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.