Theatre Practitioner: Scrub/Anesthesia Support

Circle Health Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Family-friendly policies

Life insurance

Staff engagement hub

Wellbeing resources

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group's The Meriden Hospital in Coventry is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join the Theatre department. This full-time, permanent role offers 37.5 hours per week with a flexible shift pattern. Salary up to £44,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate will be registered (NMC or HCPC), have theatre experience and be committed to infection control and patient safety while delivering high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) required.
• Theatre environment experience in scrub, anaesthetics or recovery preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control, manual handling and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safe surgical practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instruments and maintain sterility, anticipating surgeon needs and ensuring equipment safety.
• Support anaesthetist with equipment prep, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning; post-operative care and discharge readiness.
• Adhere to infection control policies at all times.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and patient requirements.
• Check surgical and anaesthetic equipment and report faults.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient theatre lists.

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP HCPC

Job description

Circle Health Group's The Meriden Hospital in Coventry is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join the Theatre department. This full-time, permanent role offers 37.5 hours per week with a flexible shift pattern. Salary up to £44,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate will be registered (NMC or HCPC), have theatre experience and be committed to infection control and patient safety while delivering high standards of care.