Job Description
Theatre Practitioner
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to 42000.00 per year (depending on level of experience training and qualification)
My client in Windsor is one of Britains leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.
They have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in theTheatredepartment.
This is a Full time role for 37.5hours a week. The role holder will be required tocover a flexible shift pattern.
Duties of this role include:
- Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments maintaining sterility anticipating surgeon needs and ensuring equipment safety; support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation patient monitoring airway management and positioning; and provide post-operative care monitoring vital signs managing pain and nausea and ensuring patient readiness for discharge.
- Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
- Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements.
- Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults immediately.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists
- Support and contribute to a positive respectful and efficient theatre environment.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
- Experience or training in a theatre environment specialising in scrub anaesthetics or recovery.
- Understanding of infection control manual handling and patient safety principles.
- Ability to work under pressure problem-solve and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Attention to detail accuracy and commitment to safe surgical practice.
- Previous orthopaedic experience is essential.