Job Summary
Optegra has an exciting opportunity for a Rapid Response Scrub Practitioner to join our highly skilled and dedicated regional clinical team. This full‑time, permanent position supports three hospitals across the region – Manchester, Preston and Sheffield. The role demands a high level of flexibility and responsiveness, with travel required at short notice, either the evening before or on the morning of the shift.
As part of our Rapid Response Team, you will not be allocated to a fixed rota. Instead, you will provide vital support across the region, helping teams manage staffing shortages and maintain exceptional patient care wherever it is needed most.
In return for your flexibility and commitment, Optegra offers a competitive salary and benefits package, reimbursement of travel expenses, fully funded training and development programmes, and a dynamic, rewarding role where no two days are the same.
Responsibilities
* Provide skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team.
* Assist with peri‑operative and post‑operative care within the surgical and refractive suites.
* Maintain an out‑of‑hours emergency patient service, ensuring quality standards and continuity of care.
* Deliver high‑quality, safe and effective patient care throughout the patient’s visit to Optegra.
* Work efficiently to maximise utilisation of resources and provide seamless support for consultants and surgeons.
* Promote a sensitive, responsive and caring approach to all patients, visitors and colleagues.
Essential Experience
* One year or more ophthalmology surgical theatre experience.
* Computer and IT skills – good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
* Awareness of responsibilities under the NMC Professional Code of Conduct.
* Awareness of the CQC’s role.
Essential Qualifications
* Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner.
* Registered Nurse 1st level registration with theatre course or equivalent.
* ODP Level 3 NVQ in Operating Department Practice.
* ODA City and Guilds 752.
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. See the NHS Careers website for further information.
Working Details
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Salary: £48,645 a year, pension, 33 days annual leave, private healthcare, free laser eye
Closing date: 05 September 2026
Locations
* Optegra Eye Hospital Manchester – One Didsbury Point 2, The Avenue Didsbury, Manchester, M20 2EY, United Kingdom.
* Optegra Eye Clinic Preston – 175‑177 Station Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6LA, United Kingdom.
* Optegra Eye Clinic Sheffield – 23 Carbrook Hall Road, SHEFFIELD, S9 2EH, United Kingdom.
Employer Details
Optegra UK Ltd – Optegra Eye Hospital Manchester, One Didsbury Point 2, The Avenue Didsbury, Manchester, M20 2EY, United Kingdom. https://www.optegra.com/
Contact
Valelia Byas – Valelia.Byas@optegra.com
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