Description
The Droitwich Spa Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join their team in the Theatre department. This is a bank role working on an 'as and when required' basis.
The successful candidate will assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety. They will also support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning, as well as provide post-operative care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Setting up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements
- Checking all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and reporting faults immediately
- Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists
- Supporting and contributing to a positive, respectful, and efficient theatre environment
- Adhering to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)
- Experience or training in a theatre environment in at least one area (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
- SFA experience desirable but not essential
The salary for this role is up to £26.00 per hour, depending on level of experience, training, and qualification.