The closing date is 06 May 2026
Overview
At Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (WUTH), we are proud to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across our busy, dynamic operating theatres. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join our dedicated team within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Theatres at Arrowe Park Hospital.
You will play a key role in providing safe, effective and holistic care for women undergoing obstetric and gynaecological procedures, including elective and emergency caesarean sections, hysterectomies, and laparoscopic surgeries. Our O&G theatres are fast-paced and rewarding, offering the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellence in perioperative care.
Main duties of the job
* Acting as a scrub practitioner for obstetric and gynaecological surgical procedures
* Ensuring instruments, equipment, and consumables are prepared and available in line with surgical needs
* Supporting patients through their surgical journey with dignity and respect
* Participating in ongoing service development, audits, and training
* Maintaining a safe environment in line with Trust policies and clinical governance standards
* Working collaboratively with anaesthetic and recovery staff to deliver seamless care
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description for further information about the Theatre Practitioner position available with WUTH.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
* Participate in teaching and developing staff, regularly taking part in learning activities that develop skills and knowledge of self and others
* Ensure the effective use of physical and financial resources
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
* Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practice
* Maintain up to date skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of professional issues.
Personal Attributes
* Ability to identify own learning requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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