Theatre Practitioner - Ophthalmology

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Colney; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK healthcare provider is looking for a Theatre Practitioner to join their Ophthalmic Theatres team. This role involves delivering high-quality perioperative care in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include providing scrub and circulating support during surgeries and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and a commitment to compassionate patient outcomes.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

On-site Nursery

Support in career development

Qualifications

• Skilled in providing perioperative care for ophthalmic surgical procedures.
• Ability to undertake scrub and circulating duties in the theatre environment.
• Experience in infection prevention and control standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective perioperative care to patients.
• Anticipate needs of surgical teams and ensure smooth theatre operations.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and audits.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate care

Mentorship and supervision

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and skilled Theatre Practitioner to join our dedicated Ophthalmic Theatres team. Working within a dynamic and specialised environment, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality perioperative care to patients undergoing a range of ophthalmic surgical procedures.

As a valued member of the multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing expert scrub and/or circulating support during surgery, ensuring that all patients receive compassionate, efficient, and evidence-based care. You will work closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, and nursing colleagues to maintain the smooth running of theatre lists and uphold the highest standards of clinical practice.

This role offers the opportunity to develop and enhance your ophthalmic skills within a supportive and forward-thinking team. We are seeking an enthusiastic practitioner with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient outcomes in a busy and rewarding surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, safe, and effective perioperative care to patients undergoing ophthalmic surgical procedures.
• Undertake scrub and/or circulating duties, ensuring correct preparation, handling, and use of surgical instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient and safe theatre practice.
• Contribute to the smooth running of theatre lists, anticipating the needs of the surgical team and supporting patient flow.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control standards and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Participate in pre-operative checks, surgical counts, and accurate documentation in line with local and national policies.
• Support new or junior staff and students through mentorship, supervision, and role modelling of best practice.
• Assist in the maintenance and safe use of specialist ophthalmic equipment, reporting faults and ensuring timely maintenance.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and participate in clinical governance activities, audits, and service improvements.
• Ensure all care is delivered with compassion, dignity, and respect, promoting a positive experience for patients and their families.

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Michele Rinaldi Job title: Clinical Lead Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01603 288040