Theatre Practitioner: Scrub & Circulating in Ortho/Spine

Fortius; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortius is seeking a Theatre Practitioner covering scrub and circulating duties in Orthopaedic and Spinal surgery within a private setting. The post holder will work closely with the MDT to ensure safe perioperative care, maintain sterile technique, and support efficient theatre lists.

You will be professionally accountable under NMC/HCPC guidelines, with a focus on continuous professional development and high standards of patient safety.

Qualifications

• Registered practitioner with NMC or HCPC.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in operating theatres.
• Experience in scrub and circulating roles within Orthopaedic and/or Spinal surgery.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, sterile technique, and perioperative care.

Responsibilities

• Act as a scrub practitioner, maintaining a sterile field.
• Prepare, check, and set up instruments, implants, and equipment.
• Perform surgical counts and report discrepancies.
• Manage theatre environment as circulating practitioner and support patient positioning.
• Coordinate equipment and consumables during procedures.
• Maintain infection control standards and documentation.

Skills

NMC/HCPC registration

Scrub & Circulating theatre

Orthopaedic & Spinal surgery

CPD active

ALS qualification

Mentoring staff

Strong communication

MDT teamwork

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Fortius is seeking a Theatre Practitioner covering scrub and circulating duties in Orthopaedic and Spinal surgery within a private setting. The post holder will work closely with the MDT to ensure safe perioperative care, maintain sterile technique, and support efficient theatre lists.

You will be professionally accountable under NMC/HCPC guidelines, with a focus on continuous professional development and high standards of patient safety.