Overview
Theatre Practitioner - SFA at Circle Health Group
Location: Goring Hall Hospital, West Sussex
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week • Permanent
Salary: Up to £45,000 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)
This is a full-time role in the Theatre department. The role holder will cover a flexible shift pattern.
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.
* Assist with the application of sterile drapes and ensure the surgical field is maintained throughout the procedure.
* Support patients by promoting dignity, empathy, and respect throughout their theatre experience.
* Communicate effectively with patients and their families pre- and post-operatively to ensure comfort and reassurance, where appropriate.
* Demonstrate sensitivity to patients’ needs, concerns, and cultural preferences, contributing to a safe and compassionate environment.
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
* Experience working across multiple surgical specialties.
* Basic Life Support (BLS) and Manual Handling training.
* Familiarity with theatre scheduling systems and electronic documentation.
* Participation in clinical audit, teaching, or quality improvement projects.
* Previous experience in Major Orthopaedics and SFA.
Salary & Benefits
* 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
* Private Pension Scheme
* Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at Circle Health Group 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 rewards
* Resources and services to support 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 colleagues. Our principles and values guide our teams to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative. For more information, see Circle Health Group philosophy.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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