Description
Thornbury Hospital in Sheffield, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Theatre Practitioner to join their team on a bank basis.
The successful candidate will work on an 'as and when required' basis, supplementing staffing levels during busy periods and providing cover for existing staff during annual leave or absence.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety
- Supporting the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning
- Providing post-operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring patient readiness for discharge
- Adhering to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times
- 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
To be considered for this role, 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
The salary for this role is up to £25.00 per hour, depending on level of experience, training, and qualification.