Theatre Practitioner (Scrub)

Albyn Hospital in Aberdeen is part of Circle Health Group 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.

We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff.

This is a full- time role for 37.5 hours 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.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

• 25 days holiday per year bank holidays increasing to 30 days with service

• Private Pension Scheme

• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals covering pre-existing medical conditions

• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

• Family Friendly policies including enhanced Maternity Paternity & Adoption pay

• Non-contributory life insurance

• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits

• Access to resources tools and services to support your wellbeing

• Employee recognition programmes

• Industry leading training and development opportunities

and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences backgrounds identities or expressions skills work stylesand more.

Were passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless compassionate committed collaborative brave agile tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

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