About The Role
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Surgical First Assistant to join our theatre team, where you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, high‑quality peri‑operative care. Working closely with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider theatre team, you’ll provide dedicated, hands‑on support throughout the surgical journey, helping to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a modern, supportive environment where teamwork, clinical excellence and patient safety are at the heart of everything we do.
What you’ll be doing
* Providing continuous support to the operating surgeon throughout surgical procedures
* Assisting with patient positioning, skin preparation and draping
* Handling tissues, providing retraction and assisting with haemostasis
* Supporting minimal access surgery through accurate camera manipulation
* Assisting with suturing, wound closure and application of dressings
* Leading or contributing to the WHO surgical safety checklist
* Ensuring accurate documentation and safe handling of specimens and equipment
* Acting as a patient advocate throughout the intra‑operative phase
* Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary theatre team
* Supporting audit, education and service improvement initiatives
What we’ll look for in you
As a registered nurse or operating department practitioner (ODP), you will also have:
* Recognised Surgical First Assistant qualification
* At least 2 years’ experience as a scrub practitioner
* Strong knowledge of theatre practice, clinical governance and patient safety
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to work independently and prioritise workload in a busy theatre environment
* Commitment to ongoing professional development and high standards of care
* A flexible, positive approach and a strong focus on patient experience
What you can expect in return
* A salary of £54,351.03 per annum
* An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
* 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
* The support you need to grow in your role
To apply for the role, email sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com. If you have any questions, contact the friendly resourcing team.
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