Senior Theatre Practitioner - Anaesthetics/RecoveryThe Clementine Churchill Hospital37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £47,500.00 per year
Duties of this role include:- Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment in line with manufacturers’ guidance and surgical protocols.
- Provide skilled assistance to the surgical and anaesthetic teams, anticipating needs and adapting to changes during procedures.
- Take a senior role in preparing theatres, coordinating surgical lists, and ensuring all equipment, staff, and resources are in place.
- Support the Theatre Manager with team briefings, scheduling, stock control, and ensuring safe patient flow through the theatre suite.
- Supervise junior theatre practitioners, ODPs, and healthcare assistants, providing clinical guidance and oversight during shifts.
- Identify and escalate clinical or operational risks and participate in audits and incident reviews.
- Liaise closely with consultants, anaesthetists, recovery staff, and ward teams to ensure continuity of care and an excellent patient experience.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
- Significant experience in the perioperative setting with specialist knowledge in orthopaedic surgery.
- Must have experience in recovery or anaesthetic.
- Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of procedures, including complex cases.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, infection control, and safety practices in theatre.
- Previous experience in a senior or team lead role within theatres
Salary & BenefitsCircle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
- 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
Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. 
