Theatre Scrub Practitioner

Somerset NHS Charity; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

The Loakes Theatres department at Wycombe Hospital seeks a Theatre Scrub Practitioner, Band 5. This role involves providing care in a dynamic surgical environment. The successful candidate will support various specialties and be part of a committed team in an NHS setting.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement

Access to health and wellbeing services

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).
• Experience in scrub, recovery or anaesthetics.
• Ability to communicate with diverse patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective care in theatre settings.
• Assist in a range of surgical specialties including Orthopaedics and Urology.
• Collaborate with colleagues to uphold care standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time Management

Planning and organisation

Education

RN/ODP with City & Guilds 752

NVQ (ODP) Level 3

Diploma in Higher Education in Operating Department Practice

NMC or HPC registration

MSPP/ENB 998 teaching/Assessing qualification

Job description

Main area Theatres Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours

• Part time
• Job share
• Flexible working

35.5 hours per week (Expected to work cross-sites) Job ref 434-SCC7111837

Employer Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Wycombe Hospital Town High Wycombe Salary £29,970 - £36,483 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/06/2025 23:59

Theatre Scrub Practitioner

Band 5

Job overview

The Loakes Theatres department at Wycombe Hospital is proud of the safe and effective care which we deliver. We are now looking for Band 5 theatre nurses, or Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs), who wish to gain, or build on, experience in this dynamic and interesting role. As the elective surgery site for the Trust, Loakes Theatres department mainly support operations across a range of Orthopaedics and Urology specialities. The theatre team also cover for other specialities such as ENT, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Plastic surgery and Robotic surgery.

Main duties of the job

We are happy to consider applications from registered nurses or ODPs with previous theatre experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate an appreciation for the importance of care in surgery and provide evidence that they share our values, Collaborating with colleagues and service users,Aspiring to improve,Respecting the choices, wishes and attitudes of others andEnabling others to achieve their potential.

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We’recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachments in the advert.

Person specification

Education and qualifications

• RN/ODP with City & Guilds 752, NVQ (ODP) Level 3, or Diploma in Higher Education in Operating department Practice. NMC or HPC registration
• MSPP/ENB 998 teaching /Assessing qualification

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to communicate with staff at all levels within and outside the Trust
• Ability to communicate with patients (and their relatives or carers) who may have some a range of complex health care issues, and a variety of sensory /communication / physical/ mental/health/ language needs
• Evidence of excellent inter-personal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Time Management
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Planning and organisation skill
• Complaints procedure training
• Sound knowledge of theatre practice and perioperative issues
• Working knowledge of the NHS and structures/procedures.

Special Circumstances

• Ability to transfer patients (some with disabilities) using mechanical aids
• Ability to travel to other sites
• Highly developed physical skills (good eye-hand co-ordination) including manual dexterity
• Ability to deal with highly unpleasant smells and body fluids on a daily basis
• Exposure to chemicals (including occasional chemical spills), laboratory samples (blood, gastric contents, biopsies and swabs)
• Exposure to potential hazards; electrical currents (diathermy), lasers, needle-stick and sharps injuries during the course of daily role
• Ability to remain in a restricted position for a long period of time

Experience

• Experience in scrub, recovery or anaesthetics. New graduates may be considered depending on the nature of the vacancy

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.