Theatre Practitioner- Scrub

Are you a passionate and skilledTheatre Practitionerlooking to work alongside some of the UKs leading Orthopaedic and Spinal specialists

At Fortius Clinic were seeking an experienced practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced theatre environment and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in specialist surgical services undertaking bothScrub and Circulating duties while working as part of a highly regarded multidisciplinary team.

Every procedure matters. Every patient matters. And every team member makes a difference.

What Youll Be Doing

As a Theatre Practitioner youll be responsible for supporting patients throughout their perioperative journey and ensuring a safe efficient and high-quality theatre service.

Youll:

Act as aScrub Practitioner maintaining sterility and anticipating the surgeons needs throughout procedures.

UndertakeCirculating duties ensuring the smooth operation of theatre lists and supporting patient safety at every stage.

Prepare and manage specialist instruments implants and equipment for complex Orthopaedic and Spinal procedures.

Champion best practice in infection prevention patient safety and theatre governance.

Collaborate closely with surgeons anaesthetists recovery teams ward staff and wider clinical colleagues.

Contribute to service improvement quality initiatives and outstanding patient outcomes.

Support and mentor colleagues students and new team members.

About You

Were looking for someone who combines clinical expertise with a patient-first approach.

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)

• Recent theatre experience within a Scrub and/or Circulating role

• Strong knowledge of perioperative practice and patient safety standards

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic surgical environment

• Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care

Desirable

• Experience within Orthopaedic and/or Spinal surgery

• Surgical First Assistant qualification

• Knowledge of NatSSIPs LocSSIPs NICE and NCEPOD guidance

• Experience in private healthcare

Why Join Fortius Clinic

At Fortius youll be part of a specialist organisation renowned for excellence in Orthopaedics Sports Medicine and Spinal Care.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• Supportive and collaborative team culture

• Access to leading consultants and cutting-edge surgical practice

• A commitment to wellbeing learning and clinical excellence

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to patients every day

• Registered Practitioner with NMC or HCPC registration.

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in operating theatre environments.

• Experience in both scrub and circulating roles within Orthopaedic and/or Spinal surgery.

• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification.

• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation sterile technique and perioperative care principles

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Strong organisational communication and interpersonal skills.

• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

• ILS qualification (or willingness to complete within an agreed timeframe).

• Commitment to full compliance with mandatory training policies and SOPs.

• Qualified Surgical First Assist (SFA)

• Experience mentoring or supporting students and new starters.

• Experience participating in clinical audits or service improvement initiatives

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) Qualification