Theatre Practitioner - Scrub (RGN/ODP)

Integrated Care System; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated Theatre Practitioner (ODP) for their Plymouth Hospital. You will work in a multidisciplinary team, provide exceptional perioperative care, and support junior staff. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, including Surgical First Assist training. The role is part-time with a salary of up to £36,000 per year (pro-rated).

Benefits

Free gym memberships

Health assessments

Retail discounts

Pension options

Qualifications

• Registered with the appropriate governing body (NMC or HCPC).
• Post-registration experience in scrub roles within a theatre environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in a multidisciplinary team covering a varied patient caseload.
• Supervise, support, and develop junior team members.
• Provide high-quality perioperative care.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Detail-oriented

Empathy

Education

NMC or HCPC registration

Job description

As a Theatre Practitioner (ODP) at our hospital, you'll be focused, detail-oriented, empathetic, with great communication skills. You're registered with the appropriate governing body and bring relevant qualifications and experience, including NMC or HCPC registration. With post-registration experience in scrub roles within a theatre environment, you're a team player with a passion for exceptional patient care.

Main duties of the job

As a Theatre Practitioner (ODP), you will:

• Work in a multidisciplinary team covering a varied patient caseload
• Use state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and facilities
• Supervise, support, and develop junior team members
• Provide high-quality perioperative care in a multidisciplinary setting
• Create high-quality, evidence-based patient care and experiences
• Have opportunities for continuous growth and development, including Surgical First Assist training

About us

The Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital, situated in Derriford, Plymouth, has been part of the community since 1971. We feature 3 main theatres (2 laminar flow, 1 digital), a JAG accredited endoscopy suite, a 35-bed ward, and outpatient facilities with 12 consulting rooms. Our specialties include Orthopaedics, Plastic Surgery, and Neurosurgery. We were recently rated among the top 50 hospitals in the UK for total hip replacement outcomes.

Job details

Position: Theatre Practitioner - Scrub (RGN/ODP)

Location: Plymouth Hospital

Type: Permanent, Part-Time (includes weekends)

Salary: Up to £36,000 per year (pro-rata), depending on experience

Hours: 30 hours per week

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest healthcare charity, committed to quality and patient care. We offer benefits such as free gym memberships, health assessments, retail discounts, and pension options.

We are looking for a dedicated Theatre Practitioner (ODP) to join our team. Your responsibilities will include working within a multidisciplinary team, supporting junior staff, and providing exceptional perioperative care. Opportunities for professional development are available, including Surgical First Assist training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered with the appropriate governing body (NMC or HCPC)

Experience

• Post-registration experience in scrub roles within a theatre environment

Other requirements

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.