Theatre Practitioner

The Meriden Hospital in Coventry is seeking a full-time Theatre Practitioner to join their team in the Theatre department. This role involves assisting the surgical team, supporting the Anaesthetist, and providing post-operative care.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety
• Support the Anaesthetist in 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

Requirements:

• 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

Salary and Benefits:

• Up to £44,000 per year (depending 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 our 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 extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools, and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry-leading training and development opportunities