Theatre Practitioner - Scrub/Anaesthetics

Circle Health Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Theatre Practitioner - Scrub/Anaesthetics (Bank) at Park Hospital, Nottingham, is a flexible bank role within Circle Health Group. You will join the Theatre department team on an as-and-when-required basis, supporting scrub, anaesthetics or recovery roles and assisting with patient care.

We are looking for registered professionals with theatre experience, strong infection control knowledge, and the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Experience or training in theatre (scrub/anaesthetics/recovery).
• Infection control and patient safety knowledge.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and safe surgical practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments and maintaining sterility.
• Support anaesthetist with equipment prep, monitoring, airway management and positioning.
• Provide post-operative care and monitor vitals, pain and nausea.
• Set up theatres according to surgery type and patient requirements.
• Check equipment and report faults.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for safe and efficient lists.
• Contribute to a positive theatre environment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Communication skills

Working under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

NMC registration

HCPC registration

Job description

Theatre Practitioner - Scrub/Anaesthetics (Bank)

Location: Park Hospital - Nottingham

Salary: Up to £25.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Park Hospital in Nottingham is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & 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 bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

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 in at least one area (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 offers a competitive hourly rate. “Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values. To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy”