Theatre Practitioner
The Winterbourne Hospital in Dorchester is part of Circle Health Group. The role is a full‑time position of 37.5 hours per week with a flexible shift pattern.
Salary: Up to £41,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification).
Duties of this role include
* Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety; support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management and positioning; and provide post‑operative care, monitor vital signs, manage pain and nausea, and ensure patient readiness for discharge.
* Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
* Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements.
* Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults immediately.
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists.
* Support and contribute to a positive, respectful and efficient theatre environment.
Applicants should meet the following criteria
* Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
* Experience or training in a theatre environment specialising in scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery.
* Understanding of infection control, manual handling and patient safety principles.
* Ability to work under pressure, problem‑solve and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Attention to detail, accuracy and commitment to safe surgical practice.
* Previous experience in major orthopaedic scrub and SFA is essential.
Salary & Benefits
* 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
* Private Pension Scheme.
* Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions.
* Friends & Family Hospital Discounts.
* Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay.
* Non-contributory life insurance.
* Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits.
* Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing.
* Employee recognition programmes.
* Industry leading training and development opportunities.
Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles and more.
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