Overview
The Beardwood Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join the Anaesthetics and Recovery department. This is a full‑time, permanent role of 37.5 hours per week with a flexible shift pattern. Salary is up to £40,000 per year, based on experience.
Responsibilities
* 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; provide post‑operative care, monitor vital signs, manage pain and nausea, and ensure patient readiness for discharge.
* Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
* Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and 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.
Qualifications
* 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.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
* Private Pension Scheme.
* Private Healthcare Scheme covering pre‑existing conditions.
* Friends & Family Hospital Discounts.
* Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay.
* Non‑contributory life insurance.
* Staff engagement hub with discounts, rewards and voluntary benefits.
* Resources, tools and services to support wellbeing.
* Employee recognition programmes.
* Industry‑leading training and development opportunities.
Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all colleagues and is an equal opportunity employer.
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