Theatre Practitioner Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Walsall Council; Walsall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic practitioners to join their dynamic operating team. This role involves providing critical scrub and recovery skills to patients undergoing surgery, ensuring high standards of patient care throughout the process. Candidates will support anaesthetists and assist surgeons, while also participating in the development of a progressive service. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, this position is ideal for those looking to make a positive impact in a busy, friendly environment. Join a team that values excellence and dedication in patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an operating theatre is essential.
• Must be a Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operating theatre and support the anaesthetist.
• Provide care during the post-operative recovery phase.

Skills

Scrub and Recovery skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)

Student nurse/Trainee ODP

Job description

The post holder will form a part of the theatre team providing Scrub and Recovery skills to patients undergoing surgery.

If suitably qualified, will offer support and assistance to the anaesthetist during the Anaesthetic phase of the patients journey.

Responsibilities associated with scrubbing in the operating theatre and assisting the surgeon.

Responsibility for the patient during the immediate post-operative phase of the patients recovery.

Act always following our Trust Values and in line with your professional code of conduct.

Displaying a high level of patient care.

Would you be interested in joining our team?

We have a number of opportunities for highly motivated, enthusiastic, engaged, and forward-thinking practitioners to join our busy, friendly operating team. We are looking for staff that will assist in developing our progressive service whilst making a positive contribution towards the team’s pursuit of excellence.

You will be a Registered Nurse (NMC) / Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) or a student nurse/trainee ODP approaching the end of your training; previous experience of working in an operating theatre is therefore essential.

We have 13 elective/trauma theatres.

We also have 2 further theatres which have a dedicated 24hr Emergency team to cater for Emergency surgery and Maternity theatre’s needs. We will provide you with support and training for your primary role within theatres and offer opportunities for your personal and professional development.

The successful candidates will demonstrate a flexible attitude and will deliver a high standard of quality care within the department. Good communication and organisational skills are essential, with the ability to work within a team to deliver a high-quality service to our patients.

Applicants should note that if successful at interview, the offer of appointment would be subject to vetting procedures undertaken by the Criminal Records Bureau.

Due to the nature of our work, the post will involve working rostered days, weekends, evenings, and Bank Holidays.

Multi-skilling and rotation between specialities is also encouraged and supported within the department.

We have 13 elective/trauma theatres which include:

1. General Surgery
2. Trauma and Orthopaedics
3. Anaesthetics and Recovery
4. ENT and Dental
5. Gynaecology
6. Urology

We also have 2 further theatres which have a dedicated 24hr Emergency team to cater for Emergency surgery and Maternity theatre’s needs.

This advert closes on Wednesday 12 Mar 2025.