Theatre Technician - Small Animal Teaching Hospital

The University of Liverpool; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Liverpool is looking for a dedicated Theatre Technician to support the operations of the Small Animal Teaching Hospital. This full-time position involves maintaining surgical theatre standards, managing equipment, and assisting surgical teams. The ideal candidate should possess strong teamwork skills and a proactive attitude, with the ability to contribute to the education of veterinary students. The university offers an inclusive environment and various benefits including a pension and generous holidays.

Benefits

Pension

Generous holidays

Bank holidays

University closure days

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary or clinical environment is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain infection control standards.
• Manage equipment and stock.
• Coordinate theatre workflows.
• Support surgical teams.
• Contribute to the teaching of veterinary students.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and instrument handling.
• Assist with billing processes.

Skills

Organised

Proactive

Strong teamwork skills

Commitment to excellent patient and theatre support

Job description

Theatre Technician

Grade 3 £23,061 - £25,804 pa

Job Overview

We are seeking a committed Theatre Technician to join our busy, state-of-the-art Small Animal Teaching Hospital. This full-time role is essential to maintaining the smooth operation of our surgical theatres and supporting our clinical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain infection control standards
• Manage equipment and stock
• Coordinate theatre workflows
• Support surgical teams
• Contribute to the teaching of veterinary students
• Oversee equipment maintenance and instrument handling
• Assist with billing processes

Qualifications & Skills

• Organised, proactive individual with strong teamwork skills and a commitment to excellent patient and theatre support
• Experience in a veterinary or clinical environment is beneficial but not essential

Benefits

Includes pension, generous holidays, bank holidays and university closure days, and additional benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Job Reference

Job Ref: 103353

Closing Date: 04 January 2026

Application

For full details and to apply online, please visit: https://recruit.liverpool.ac.uk