Theatre Scrub Practitioner – Perioperative Care Pro

Welbeck; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Welbeck is seeking a qualified Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join its operating theatre team. You will work with surgeons, anaesthetists and nurses to deliver safe, patient-centred perioperative care.

You must be registered as a Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner, bringing clinical expertise, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to the multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on preparing theatres, maintaining sterile fields, and supporting the theatre team to

Qualifications

• Qualified Theatre Scrub Practitioner registered as RN or ODP.
• Experience working within an operating theatre environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred care throughout the perioperative pathway
• Act as Scrub Practitioner across a range of surgical specialties, maintaining professional and clinical standards
• Prepare operating theatres, surgical instruments, equipment, and consumables for procedures
• Maintain and monitor sterile fields in accordance with theatre protocols and best practice
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and provide effective support during procedures
• Complete accurate instrument, swab, and needle counts in line with local policies
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control, health and safety, and safeguarding requirements
• Assist with the safe handling, maintenance, and checking of theatre equipment
• Accurately complete clinical documentation and theatre records
• Escalate clinical, equipment, or operational concerns promptly and appropriately
• Support governance activities, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Work flexibly and collaboratively to support service delivery and operational needs

Skills

Theatre scrub practitioner

Education

RN or ODP registration

Job description

Welbeck is seeking a qualified Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join its operating theatre team. You will work with surgeons, anaesthetists and nurses to deliver safe, patient-centred perioperative care.

You must be registered as a Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner, bringing clinical expertise, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to the multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on preparing theatres, maintaining sterile fields, and supporting the theatre team to