Job Title: Bank Ophthalmic Theatre Practitioner
Contract Type: Bank
Rate: £32 per hour
We are always seeking talented individuals to join our team and help us achieve our ambitious goals in eye health. At CHEC, we value our people and are committed to making a positive impact in ophthalmology with your support.
Are you a Theatre Practitioner looking to control your own rota with flexible shifts that suit your lifestyle?
We are expanding across the UK and are looking for flexible Theatre Practitioners to join our bank!
About the Role
The Theatre Practitioner will focus on patient-centered care, managing the entire pathway from pre-admission through surgery and post-operative care.
You will be experienced in preoperative assessment, diagnostics testing, and theatre scrub, following AfPP good practice guidelines.
We are looking for someone who can:
* Provide compassionate support to patients, families, and friends
* Prepare clinical areas for procedures
* Assist surgeons in ophthalmic care delivery
* Manage patient admission and discharge
* Be proactive, eager to learn, and passionate about delivering quality care
* Demonstrate effective listening, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Work well within a team environment
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Previous ophthalmic theatre experience
* Relevant professional development, ideally evidenced by certification (RN with NMC registration or ODP with HCPC registration)
* Up-to-date knowledge in ophthalmic practice
* Proficiency in PC use, including relevant software and systems
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* A passion for delivering high-quality patient safety and care
About CHEC
Since 2012, CHEC has partnered with the NHS to enhance patient choice and provide accessible, high-quality ophthalmology and gastroenterology care—free at the point of delivery.
Our nationwide network of community hospitals and clinics operates on a hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to collaborate with NHS colleagues to offer patients access to essential procedures and excellent clinical outcomes. We are expanding our community healthcare services across England, including ENT and Dermatology.
CHEC is dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All employees must adhere to our safeguarding policies. Recruitment involves checks aligned with NHS standards, and successful applicants may need to undergo an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
As an Employer
We believe in building trust, integrity, and honesty. CHEC offers a supportive work environment with a committed team. Benefits of joining CHEC include:
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