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Theatre Practitioner – Scrub

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Circle Health Group

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United Kingdom , Swindon

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Salary:

26.00 GBP / Hour

Job Description:

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Job Responsibility:

  • 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

Requirements:

  • Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)
  • Experience or training in a theatre environment in at least one area (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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 12, 2026

Expiration:
February 08, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
On-site work
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