Theatre Support Worker - Neurosurgery

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Online CPD training opportunities

Health Assured employee well-being

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare is seeking a Locum Theatre Support Worker - Neurosurgery for the Institute of Neurological Sciences at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH) in Glasgow. Shifts are Saturdays and Sundays, with weekly pay and flexible work opportunities across NHS trusts.

You will assist in theatre preparation, support the surgical team, transport patients, maintain infection control, and ensure patient safety and dignity before and after procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year Theatre Support Worker experience
• At least 6 months recent UK experience within the last 3 years
• Valid PVG membership

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of operating theatres before procedures, ensuring all equipment and materials are available and sterile.
• Supporting the surgical team during operations by providing instruments, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring patient safety.
• Transporting patients to and from the operating theatre, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout.
• Maintaining high standards of infection control and adhering to health and safety protocols at all times.
• Cleaning and restocking theatres post-procedure, ensuring readiness for the next case.
• Handling specimens and documentation in line with clinical guidelines.
• Collaborating with nurses, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Providing reassurance and support to patients before and after surgery.

Skills

Theatre support experience

Patient care

Infection control

UK work experience

PVG membership

Job description

Locum Theatre Support Worker - Neurosurgery | QEUH, Glasgow

Are you a dedicated

Theatre Support Worker with experience in

Neurosurgery? Medacs Healthcare is offering an exciting locum opportunity at the

Institute of Neurological Sciences -

Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH) in Glasgow.

Shifts: Saturday - Sunday

Location: QEUH - Glasgow

Weekly Pay: Fast, reliable weekly payments

Note: We are unable to process applications from candidates who cannot provide evidence of UK right to work.

Key Responsibilities:

As a

Theatre Support Worker

- Neurosurgery, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth and safe running of surgical procedures. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the preparation of operating theatres before procedures, ensuring all equipment and materials are available and sterile.
• Supporting the surgical team during operations by providing instruments, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring patient safety.
• Transporting patients to and from the operating theatre, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout.
• Maintaining high standards of infection control and adhering to health and safety protocols at all times.
• Cleaning and restocking theatres post-procedure, ensuring readiness for the next case.
• Handling specimens and documentation in line with clinical guidelines.
• Collaborating with nurses, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Providing reassurance and support to patients before and after surgery.

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year Theatre Support Worker experience
• At least 6 months recent UK experience within the last 3 years
• Valid PVG membership

Benefits of working with Medacs Healthcare:

• Online CPD training opportunities
• Access to Health Assured employee well-being support
• Dedicated consultant support and guidance
• Holiday pay and pension scheme
• Online CPD training opportunities

Why Choose Us?

Flexible Working: Create a work-life balance with shifts that suit your schedule

First Access to Shifts: Secure roles across multiple NHS trusts

Unwavering Support: Dedicated consultant, revalidation support, and 24/7 service

Wellbeing Matters: Access to Care4Carers, our employee well-being programme

Ready to Make a Difference?

With your skills and passion for patient care, you'll be a vital part of the theatre team at one of Scotland's leading NHS hospitals.

Note: We are unable to process applications from candidates who cannot provide evidence of UK right to work.

Medacs Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.