Theatre Practitioner - SFA (Bank)
Salary: Up to £30.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)
The Manor Hospital in Bedford is part of Circle Health Group, Britains leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.
We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner - SFA to join their team of staff in the Theatre department. This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis; you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.
Duties of this role include:
* Provide skilled assistance to the surgeon during operations, including tissue retraction, haemostasis, suctioning, and wound management where trained and competent.
* Support safe patient positioning prior to the surgical procedure in accordance with the surgeon’s requirements and patient safety protocols.
* Support patients by promoting dignity, empathy, and respect throughout their theatre experience.
* Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including anaesthetists, surgeons, theatre practitioners, and recovery staff to support seamless, coordinated care.
* Adhere to all policies and protocols relating to infection prevention, patient identification, consent, and surgical safety checklists (e.g. WHO Surgical Safety Checklist).
* Act within your scope of practice and training as a Surgical First Assistant and maintain professional standards in all clinical activity.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
* Registered healthcare professional (e.g. NMC or HCPC) with post-registration qualification as a Surgical First Assistant.
* Demonstrable perioperative experience, with competence in surgical assistance tasks and aseptic technique.
* Good understanding of surgical anatomy, patient positioning, and safety protocols.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a team‑oriented, patient‑focused approach.
* Commitment to delivering safe, high‑quality, and compassionate care.
* ILS
Salary & Benefits:
Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.
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