Theatre Practitioner - Scrub/Anaesthetics (Bank) - Circle Health Group

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

Job summary

Theatre Practitioner - Scrub/Anaesthetics (Bank) at Circle Health Group in Nottingham is seeking a flexible professional to support the theatre team on an as-needed basis.

You will assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, and supporting anaesthetics and recovery, with a focus on safe patient care and infection control. This bank role offers varied shifts and the opportunity to work across a busy, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC) status.
• Experience in a theatre environment (scrub, anaesthetics or recovery).
• Understanding of infection control and patient safety.
• 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 the anaesthetist with equipment prep, monitoring and airway management.
• Provide post-operative care and monitor vitals, pain and nausea.
• Ensure patient readiness for discharge.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies at all times.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and patient needs.

Skills

Theatre Scrub

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

NMC registered

HCPC registered

Job description

Theatre Practitioner - Scrub/Anaesthetics (Bank)

The Park Hospital

Bank Shifts

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.

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