Theatre Assistant

Spire Bushey Hospital is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Theatre Assistant to join our busy Operating Theatre team on a permanent working contract, working 37.5hrs per week.

The role is full time with a mixture of shifts covering hours between 7:30 am and 8 pm, Monday - Saturday.

As a key member of the theatre team, you will support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Nurses and Consultants during surgical procedures.
• Assisting Scrub Nurses within operating theatres.
• Supporting patients within the anaesthetic room.
• Safely transporting patients to and from theatre and wards.
• Opening sterile packs and preparing equipment for procedures.
• Preparing, checking and handling surgical instruments.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, infection prevention and control.
• Contributing to a safe, efficient and high-quality theatre environment.
• Providing reassurance and support to patients throughout their theatre experience.

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient care and making a difference, keen to learn and develop new clinical skills, compassionate, caring and empathetic, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Support Worker or within a hospital setting is required. NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent is also required.