Theatre Practitioner (Theatres - Recovery Rooms)

NHS; Reading; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Reading is seeking a motivated Band 5 Recovery Practitioner to join their recovery team. The role involves delivering high-quality patient care in the recovery room, working within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must be registered with NMC or HCPC and possess excellent communication skills. This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Current UK professional registration required.
• Experience in anaesthetic and/or surgical and/or recovery skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment, evaluation, and implementation of care in recovery.
• Contribute to effective operation of the Trust's theatres/recovery.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Education

RGN or RODP

Diploma/Degree

Tools

Advanced Life Support

Insertion of Laryngeal Mask

Job description

Job summary

Band 5 Recovery Practitioner (Theatres - Recovery Rooms)

The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (RBFT), based mainly in Reading, is one of the largest district hospitals in the country.

We pride ourselves in our ability to deliver first-class healthcare driven by our world-class healthcare professionals. The RBFT comprises 20 theatres, providing a 24/7 emergency general/trauma and obstetric service through dedicated theatres.

Our recovery unit consists of four recovery rooms caring for patients from all surgical specialties and all age groups.

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, possess excellent communication skills, and are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care.

We invite applicants who are either NMC or HCPC registered to join our recovery team.

Main duties of the job

As part of the multidisciplinary team, the Recovery Practitioner is responsible for the assessment, evaluation, and implementation of care given to patients within the recovery room without supervision.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Airway Management
• ABCDE Assessment
• Pain Control
• Patient Care
• Maintaining patient safety

About us

Reading sits on the River Thames and is well-connected by road and rail to London, Oxford, and Southampton. With excellent leisure, shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a great place to live, work, and play. It offers excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.

The CQC recently rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

Our "CARE" values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent—these reflect the kind of Trust we aspire to be. Join our dedicated and talented staff to help us achieve this.

Details

Date posted: 16 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 193-6887093PCG-A

Job location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN

Job description

Job responsibilities

To contribute to the effective day-to-day operation of the Trust's theatres/recovery by providing skilled care in recovery.

Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• RGN or RODP

Desirable qualifications

• Advanced Life Support
• Insertion of Laryngeal Mask
• Diploma/Degree

Experience (Essential)

• Anaesthetic and/or surgical and/or recovery skills as specified in the post advertised

Desirable experience

• Experience of mentorship

Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more details, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN

Website: https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/