Overview
Huddersfield Private Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Theatre Practitioner – SFA to join its multidisciplinary theatre team. The role is full‑time, 37.5 hours a week, with a flexible shift pattern.
Duties
* Assist the surgeon during operations, including tissue retraction, haemostasis, suctioning and wound management where trained.
* Support safe patient positioning prior to the surgical procedure in accordance with the surgeon’s requirements and patient safety protocols.
* Promote dignity, empathy and respect throughout the patient’s theatre experience.
* Collaborate with 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 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 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.
Salary & Benefits
* Up to £42,000 per year (dependent on 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 our hospitals, covering pre‑existing medical conditions.
* Friends & Family Hospital Discounts.
* Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
* Non‑contributory life insurance.
* Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and voluntary benefits.
* Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing.
* Employee recognition programmes.
* Industry‑leading training and development opportunities.
Diversity & Culture
Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all colleagues. Our culture is selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative, and is at the core of our purpose and values.
Apply
To apply, visit the Circle Health Group Careers page or contact the hiring team directly. We look forward to receiving your application.
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