OverviewTheatre Practitioner (Bank)

– St Edmunds Hospital, Bank Shifts.

Salary: Competitive salary plus benefits.

This bank role operates on an “as and when required” basis to supplement staffing during busy periods and to cover annual leave or staff absence.

St Edmunds Hospital in Bury St Edmunds is part of Circle Health Group, Britain''s leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

To find out more about Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy

Duties Of This Role Include

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; and 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.

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.

Salary and BenefitsCircle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

“Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values.”

To find out more about Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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