Theatre Practitioner - Sfa (Bank)

Circle Health Group; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Theatre Practitioner - SFA (Bank) at The Park Hospital in Nottingham is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading private healthcare provider with a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics.

This bank role requires flexibility to cover shifts on an as-and-when-required basis, supporting surgical teams, maintaining sterility, and ensuring patient safety and comfort across theatre lists.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or ODP registration with the appropriate body.
• Experience in a theatre environment (scrub, anaesthetics or recovery).
• Understanding of infection control, manual handling and patient safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safe surgical practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility and aiding the anaesthetist.
• Support patient care, monitor vitals, manage pain and readiness for discharge.
• Set up operating theatres and ensure equipment safety; report faults promptly.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to run safe and efficient lists.
• Adhere to infection control policies at all times.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful theatre environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC)

Job description

Theatre Practitioner - SFA (Bank)

The Park Hospital

Bank Shifts

Salary Up to £30.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Park Hospital in Nottingham is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety; support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning; and provide post-operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring patient readiness for discharge.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements.
• Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults immediately.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists.
• Support and contribute to a positive, respectful, and efficient theatre environment.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Experience or training in a theatre environment in at least one area (scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery).
• Understanding of infection control, manual handling, and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to safe surgical practice.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world‑class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait. Your health, your choice – we make it happen.

We’re also passionate about out people. With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive. Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare.

Theatre Practitioner - SFA (Bank) Nottingham, United Kingdom