Theatre Practitioner - Operating Department Practitioner (Bank)

NHS; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bournemouth seeks a Theatre Nurse / ODP (RGN / ODP) for a part-time bank position. The role offers a competitive salary up to £24 per hour, with responsibilities including providing high-quality peri-operative care and supporting junior team members. Registered with NMC or HCPC with relevant qualifications is required. Opportunities for personal development are available.

Benefits

Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive

Access to Pension Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Registered with the appropriate governing body (NMC or HCPC) with qualifications relevant to your registration.
• Post-registration experience in scrub roles within a theatre environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality peri-operative care in a multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise and develop junior team members.
• Use state-of-the-art technology and equipment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Education

Registered with NMC or HCPC

Job description

Job Description

Theatre Nurse / ODP (RGN / ODP) – Bournemouth • Theatre • Bank • Part time. Salary up to £24 per hour depending on experience.

Main Duties

• Work in a multi‑disciplinary team covering a varied patient caseload.
• Use state‑of‑the‑art technology, equipment and facilities.
• Supervise, support and develop junior members of the team.
• Provide high‑quality peri‑operative care in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Create high‑quality care and patient experiences that are clinically effective and evidence‑based.
• Have ample opportunities for continuous growth and personal development, which may include Surgical First Assist training.

About Us

We are Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital, the UK's largest private healthcare charity. We aim to provide the highest level of private healthcare, offering a wide range of first‑class medical and surgical services. Our hospital, located on Lansdowne Road, boasts state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic equipment and a special focus on orthopaedics, cosmetic surgery, diagnostic scanning, and men’s/women’s health.

Job Responsibilities

As a Scrub Practitioner / Theatre Practitioner (ODP), you will be focused, detail‑oriented, empathetic, and possess excellent communication skills. You are registered with the appropriate governing body (NMC or HCPC) and bring the qualifications and experience required by your registration. With post‑registration experience in scrub roles within a theatre environment, you’ll be a team player committed to exceptional patient care. Your responsibilities include the duties listed above.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered with the appropriate governing body (NMC or HCPC) with qualifications and experience relevant to your registration.

Experience

• Post‑registration experience in scrub roles within a theatre environment.

Benefits

We offer a benefits package that includes holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, access to our Pension Scheme, and a discounted gym membership (£25.00 a month).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Location

67 Lansdowne Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1RW