Lead Orthopaedic Scrub Theatre Practitioner Job at Compass Associates (Oxford)

Job Description

Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurology. This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisation. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between specialties. Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to excel.

Job Responsibility

Deliver expert scrub care across orthopaedic lists on a day-case basis, acting as lead scrub practitioner for partial and total joint arthroplasty, including Oxford Partial Knee Replacement
Demonstrate advanced working knowledge of Medacta, Zimmer Biomet, and Stryker implant systems
ensure correct set preparation, implant sizing support, and inventory management for every list
Ensure instruments, implants, and consumables are prepared, checked, and available
anticipate the surgical team’s needs throughout every procedure
Maintain strict aseptic technique and sterile field
perform WHO Surgical Safety Checklist requirements and all swab, instrument, and needle counts
escalate discrepancies immediately
Assist with patient positioning, draping, and skin preparation
complete intraoperative documentation and hand over to recovery in a structured, safe manner
Serve as the named clinical lead for orthopaedic arthroplasty services, maintaining and developing speciality-specific instrument sets, implant inventories, and equipment requirements
Liaise with medical supplier representatives to keep abreast of product developments, facilitate staff training, and ensure correct implant systems are available for each list
Lead scrub competency development and training for junior staff and students within the orthopaedic speciality
Supervise and lead the orthopaedic scrub team day-to-day
support the Theatre Manager with staff deployment, rostering, and annual leave
deputise in their absence
Mentor junior practitioners, student ODPs, student nurses, and theatre support workers
contribute to appraisals and individual learning plans
Induct new staff and visiting clinicians to emergency equipment, scrub protocols, and operational procedures
model Welbeck values at all times
Maintain orthopaedic instrument sets, power tools, and specialist implant trays
manage stock, raise orders, and coordinate planned preventative maintenance
Monitor usage and flag stock issues to the Theatre Manager
contribute to equipment replacement and capital planning as required

Requirements

Current registration with the HCPC as an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) or with the NMC as a Registered Nurse (RGN) with scrub/perioperative experience
Ongoing CPD in line with HCPC or NMC revalidation requirements, with a focus on orthopaedic scrub practice
Previous senior, lead, or charge practitioner role
Minimum 3 years post-registration experience in a scrub role within orthopaedic theatre, including experience scrubbing for total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and total hip arthroplasty (THA)
Proven experience scrubbing for Oxford Partial Knee Replacement (UKA) procedures
Advanced knowledge of orthopaedic anatomy, surgical techniques, and implant biomechanics
Comprehensive understanding of aseptic technique, IPC principles, and WHO Surgical Safety Checklist requirements
Ability to manage complex orthopaedic instrument trays, power tools, and implant inventory
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Competent with electronic systems for incident reporting, equipment checks, and training records
Demonstrates Welbeck values: patient-centred, professional, collaborative, and innovative
Calm, confident, and decisive in the intraoperative environment and during unexpected events
Able to lead and motivate a scrub team in a supportive and inclusive way
Committed to advancing personal competence across all orthopaedic sub-specialities
Flexible – able to work shifts including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends as required
Proactive in identifying and escalating clinical risk within the theatre environment

Nice to have

Surgical First Assistant (SFA) qualification (e.g. CODP/AfPP accredited)
Teaching, assessing, or practice supervisor qualification
Demonstrable working knowledge of orthopaedic implant systems
Medacta, Zimmer Biomet, and Stryker
Experience with robotic or navigation-assisted orthopaedic surgery (e.g. Mako, Stryker Navigation, Medacta GMK Sphere)
Experience in a private hospital or independent sector environment
Knowledge of SFA scope of practice and first assisting techniques
Familiarity with CQC requirements and the professional standards of the HCPC or NMC as relevant to perioperative practice

What we offer

Generous Annual Bonus Scheme
Paid for park and ride
Great work-life balance
Professional registration paid for annually
Personal Development Plan
27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Private Medical Insurance
Eye Care
Annual Flu Vaccines
Private Pension
Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
AND a range of policies supporting health and wellbeing

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