Position
Theatre Practitioner – SFA (Surgical First Assistant)
The Duchy Hospital, Harrogate – part of Circle Health Group.
Hours: 37.5 per week, Permanent; Salary: up to £45,000 per year (dependent on experience, training and qualification).
Overview
We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner – SFA to join our Theatre department. The role holder will cover a flexible shift pattern.
Responsibilities
* 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 – 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.
Qualifications
* Registered healthcare professional (e.g., NMC or HCPC) with a 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.
Benefits
Circle Health Group offers competitive starting salaries and a suite of benefits, including:
* 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
* Private pension scheme.
* Private healthcare scheme covering pre‑existing conditions.
* Friends & family hospital discounts.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
* Non‑contributory life insurance.
* Staff engagement hub with discounts, rewards and voluntary benefits.
* Resources, tools and services to support wellbeing.
* Employee recognition programmes.
* Industry‑leading training and development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity
Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing inclusive opportunities for all candidates. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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