Theatre Practitioner: Scrub/Anaesthetics (Bank Shifts)

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) 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.