Theatre Practitioner - Orthopaedics

Bupa UK; Edwards (CO); On-site; USD 53,161 - 64,975; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

In-house training

Company pension scheme

Interest free travel loan

Private healthcare

Bicycle loan scheme

Retailer discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Bupa UK is seeking a Theatre Practitioner specializing in Orthopaedics to join their team at King Edward VII's Hospital. This permanent full-time position offers a salary starting from £44,000 plus fantastic benefits. The role requires at least 2 years of hospital scrub experience and a first-level Nursing registration.

The successful candidate will be involved in various surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with infection control, and providing emergency care as needed. In-house training and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with 1ST level registration for Adults and/or Children.
• Proven hospital scrub experience of at least 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient positioning and preparation for surgery.
• Help ensure a sterile environment and control infection.
• Participate in training and development for new staff.
• Take charge of clinical area in the absence of a senior practitioner.

Skills

RN – 1ST level Registration Adult and/or Children

Diploma or Degree in Health Care Studies

ODP Level 3 NVQ

ODA 752

Minimum of 2 years hospital scrub experience

Job description

Theatre Practitioner - Orthopaedics

King Edward VII's Hospital, 5-10 Beaumont Street, Marylebone, London W1G 6AA

Permanent (37.5hrs) On-Site

From £44,000 + Fantastic Benefits

Various shift patterns available

King Edward VII’s Hospital is a 56‑bed private hospital in Marylebone with four operating theatres, delivering consultant‑led care across elective, day‑case, and inpatient surgery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the positioning and preparation of a patient as directed by the surgical team and ensure that any specimens are correctly labelled and dispatched to the laboratory.
• Help to control cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and asepsis.
• Participate in induction and orientation programmes for new staff to ensure a welcoming environment.
• Participate in Personal Development Plans with the Team Leader.
• Prepare patients for clinical/operative procedures, both in anaesthetics and surgery.
• Provide assistance in clinical/operative procedures, both in anaesthetics and surgery.
• Provide initial emergency care as required.
• Take charge of the clinical area in the absence of an advanced practitioner ensuring patient, visitors and staff safety.
• Ensure all equipment is checked prior to use and any faults reported to the Theatre Coordinator.
• Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the theatre suite, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives.
• Adhere to the procedures for the use of supplies, ordering requirements for the Department as directed by line manager.
• Ensure the accurate collection of data in relation to theatre activity.
• Maintain the safe custody, handling of drugs in accordance with hospital policy.

Key Skills / Qualifications

• RN – 1ST level Registration Adult and/or Children
• Diploma or Degree in Health Care Studies
• ODP Level 3 NVQ
• ODA 752
• A minimum of 2 years hospital scrub experience is essential

Benefits

• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days + bank holidays increasing with length of service
• In‑house training for all staff
• Company pension scheme
• Interest free travel loan
• Private healthcare (eligible after 12 months)
• Bicycle loan scheme
• Retailer discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and provides reasonable adjustments for applicants who require accommodations during the recruitment process.