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Theatre Practitioner
The closing date is 14 May 2026
Theatre Practitioners required for both anaesthetics and surgery, working as the scrubbed and circulating practitioner. To deliver high‑quality peri‑operative care across a range of surgical specialties, both elective and emergency.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of peri‑operative care programmes, ensuring patient safety and positive outcomes throughout the surgical pathway. They will work as part of the multidisciplinary theatre team and may, on occasion, take responsibility for the coordination and supervision of theatre staff for an operating list or span of duty.
Scunthorpe Theatres primarily undertake Urology, Gynaecology, General, Colorectal, ENT, Dental, Oral, Orthopaedic trauma and Obstetric surgeries.
ODP and anaesthetic nurses working as the anaesthetic practitioner are expected to work in PACU, cover A&E trauma calls, for adult and paediatric patients, attend emergencies throughout the hospital and assist with intra‑hospital transfers.
Multi‑skilling is actively encouraged, and the department is committed to supporting the ongoing development of clinical skills through training and supervised practice.
Main duties of the job
Prepare, check and lay up sterile instruments, equipment and consumables appropriate to the planned procedure, working under the direction of senior practitioners when required. Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team, providing instruments, sutures and materials safely and efficiently.
Participate in the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and undertake swab, needle and instrument counts in line with Trust policy, reporting and escalating any discrepancies immediately. Handle and maintain the integrity of surgical instruments during procedures and ensure the correct preparation, labelling and documentation of pathology specimens prior to dispatch. Assist with the safe use of surgical equipment, including diathermy and tourniquets, within scope of practice, training and competence.
Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout the peri‑operative period and adhere to infection prevention and control policies, including hand hygiene and the appropriate use of personal protective equipment. Contribute to maintaining a safe operating environment for patients and staff.
Prepare the theatre environment prior to operating lists, ensuring equipment and supplies are available and functional, and report equipment faults promptly. Support effective theatre turnaround while maintaining patient safety and quality of care. Assist with post‑procedure decontamination and preparation for subsequent cases.
About us
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.
Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world‑class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.
Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.
As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.
We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.
We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of people’s age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
* In possession of Diploma/Degree in Operating Department Practice or Qualified RGN
* Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge Training and Skills
* Sound interpersonal and communication skills
* Post‑registration experience in a theatre or surgical environment
* Knowledge of Patient Administration IT systems
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.
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