Theatre Practitioner - Ophthalmic/ENT Scrub (Fixed-Term)

Circle Health Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies

Job summary

Theatre Practitioner is invited to join Circle Reading Hospital for a 9 month fixed term contract. The role requires 37.5 hours per week with a flexible shift pattern.

Responsibilities include assisting the surgical team, maintaining sterility, and supporting the anaesthetist across scrub, anaesthetics and recovery. Applicants should be registered with the NMC or HCPC, with theatre experience and strong infection control knowledge.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Experience or training in a theatre environment in scrubs, anaesthetics, or recovery.
• Understanding of infection control, manual handling and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.

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 and discharge readiness.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and patient requirements.
• Check surgical and anaesthetic equipment before use and report faults.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and efficient lists.
• Support a positive, respectful and efficient theatre environment.

Skills

Theatre environment experience

Infection prevention

Ability to work under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

NMC registration

HCPC registration

Job description

Theatre Practitioner is invited to join Circle Reading Hospital for a 9 month fixed term contract. The role requires 37.5 hours per week with a flexible shift pattern.

Responsibilities include assisting the surgical team, maintaining sterility, and supporting the anaesthetist across scrub, anaesthetics and recovery. Applicants should be registered with the NMC or HCPC, with theatre experience and strong infection control knowledge.