Theatre Practitioner: Scrub & Circulating—Orthopaedics/Spine

Fortius; England; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

CPD opportunities

Private perioperative care setting

Zusammenfassung

Fortius is seeking a Theatre Practitioner (Scrub & Circulating) to deliver high-quality perioperative care in Orthopaedic and Spinal surgeries within a private setting. You will perform scrub and circulating roles and may assist as Surgical First Assistant where qualified, supporting the surgical team and maintaining sterile technique.

You will work with the MDT to ensure patient safety, effective workflow, and adherence to SOPs, with professional accountability under NMC/HCPC.

Qualifikationen

• Registered Practitioner with NMC or HCPC registration.
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in operating theatre environments.
• Experience in both scrub and circulating roles within Orthopaedic and/or Spinal surgery.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, sterile technique, and perioperative care principles.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• ILS qualification (or willingness to complete within an agreed timeframe).
• Commitment to full compliance with mandatory training, policies, and SOP’s.
• Experience mentoring or supporting students and new starters.
• Experience participating in clinical audits or service improvement initiatives.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) Qualification.

Aufgaben

• Act as a scrub practitioner, maintaining a sterile field and anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
• Prepare, check, and set up instruments, implants, and surgical equipment.
• Perform surgical counts according to policy, escalating any discrepancies immediately.
• Maintain awareness of patient safety during procedures and elevate concerns as required.
• Assist in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of perioperative care.
• Ensure all instruments and equipment are checked prior to use and report any faults promptly.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to scrub duties.
• Act as a circulating practitioner, managing the theatre environment, supporting patient positioning, and monitoring sterile fields.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the perioperative process.
• Manage theatre flow, anticipate and respond to the needs of the surgical team, and coordinate equipment and consumables during procedures.
• Communicate with other departments as required to support smooth patient pathways.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards, adhering to aseptic techniques and organisational policies.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, recovery staff, ward teams, and other departments to ensure seamless theatre operations.
• Support colleagues during high activity periods or service pressures.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and inclusive team culture.
• Support the induction, mentoring, and supervision of new staff, bank, agency staff, and students.
• Maintain 100% compliance with mandatory training and registration.
• Practice in accordance with organisational policies, SOPs, NICE guidance, NatSSIPs, LocSSIPs, and NCEPOD recommendations.
• Report incidents, near misses, and safety concerns promptly using the local incident reporting system.
• Participate in audits and service reviews relevant to scrub and circulating practice.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection in accordance with GDPR and organisational policy.
• Identify and elevate risks in the theatre environment to support safe practice.
• Practice in accordance with the NMC / HCPC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and integrity in all aspects of work.
• Use sound clinical judgement and escalate situations outside competence to senior staff.
• Actively participate in appraisal, supervision, and development processes.
• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain and enhance skills in both scrub and circulating practice.
• Communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with all members of the MDT.
• Provide accurate handovers to support continuity and safety of care.
• Raise concerns, suggestions, or observations appropriately to senior staff.
• Ensure open and respectful communication with patients and relatives as required.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

CPD

Judgement & escalation

Mentoring staff

Ausbildung

NMC/HCPC registration or eligible

Degree level or equivalent qualification

ILS qualification

ALS qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Fortius is seeking a Theatre Practitioner (Scrub & Circulating) to deliver high-quality perioperative care in Orthopaedic and Spinal surgeries within a private setting. You will perform scrub and circulating roles and may assist as Surgical First Assistant where qualified, supporting the surgical team and maintaining sterile technique.

You will work with the MDT to ensure patient safety, effective workflow, and adherence to SOPs, with professional accountability under NMC/HCPC.