Optegra has an exciting opportunity for a bank scrub nurse/theatre practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team in Newcastle. This role pays up to £29ph dependent on experience.
Company Overview
Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115Best Big Places to Work 2025 awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.
The Role
You will be responsible for participating in all aspects of the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway at Optegra. It goes without saying that you’ll be passionate about providing excellent care to all patients. You will have specific responsibility for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team. This will also include peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital.
What You’ll Need
* Be a Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner
* Have a current NMC/ODP registration with no restrictions
* A qualification in Ophthalmology or perioperative care
* Previous experience in an Ophthalmology Theatre, minimum of one year
* Have knowledge in private and operation settings
You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door - and you’ll have every opportunity to really make a difference. Take a look at our history and vision by clicking the following link: https://www.optegra.com/optegra-story/
Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.
Closing date
Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.
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