Senior Theatre Practitioner
The Princess Margaret Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £42,100.00 per year

We have an opportunity for a Senior Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.

Duties of this role include:

• Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment (e.g., power tools, implants, navigation systems) 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.
• 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 & Benefits
Circle 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; Friends & Family Hospital Discounts; Family Friendly policies; Non-contributory life insurance; Staff engagement hub with access to discounts; Access to resources to support wellbeing; Employee recognition programmes; Industry leading training and development opportunities.

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities, skills, work styles and more.