Theatre Practitioner
The Winterbourne Hospital in Dorchester, part of Circle Health Group, offers this full‑time role of 37.5 hours per week with a flexible shift pattern.
Responsibilities
* Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety.
* Support the Anaesthetist with equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning.
* Provide post‑operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring 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.
Qualifications
* 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 essential.
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive starting salary based on level of experience, training and qualification.
* 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
* Private Pension Scheme.
* Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at the hospital, covering pre‑existing medical conditions.
* Family and Friends Hospital discounts.
* Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
* Non‑contributory life insurance.
* Access to staff‑engagement hub with discounts, rewards and voluntary benefits.
* Well‑being resources, tools and services.
* Employee recognition programmes.
* Industry‑leading training and development opportunities.
Diversity and Inclusion
Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce and inclusive opportunities for all colleagues, beyond the characteristics protected by the Equality Act. We welcome candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities, or expressions, skills, and work styles.
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