Theatre Practitioner – Recovery

Circle Health Group; Windsor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Discounts

Job summary

Circle Health Group in Windsor is looking for a Theatre Practitioner for a part-time role of 30 hours per week. You will assist surgical teams in maintaining patient safety and preparing theatres.

The ideal candidate is an NMC Registered Nurse or HCPC Operating Department Practitioner with theatre experience. The role offers competitive benefits including 25 days holiday, private healthcare, and industry-leading training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) required.
• Experience in theatre environment specializing in scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery important.
• Understanding of infection control and patient safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team with instruments and patient monitoring.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies.
• Set up operating theatres according to requirements.

Skills

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Theatre experience

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Qualification in Nursing or Operating Department Practice

Job description

Theatre Practitioner - Recovery
The Princess Margaret Hospital
30 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £42,100.00 FTE per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Princess Margaret Hospital in Windsor is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.

This is a part time role for 30 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• 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; and provide post-operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring patient readiness for discharge.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements.
• Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults immediately.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists.
• Support and contribute to a positive, respectful, and efficient theatre environment.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Experience or training in a theatre environment specialising in scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery.
• Understanding of infection control, manual handling, and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to safe surgical practice.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits.

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions.
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts.
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay.
• Non-contributory life insurance.
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits.
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing.
• Employee recognition programmes.
• Industry leading training and development opportunities.
• and much more.