Theatre Practitioner
Goring Hall Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £36,040.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Goring Hall Hospital in West Sussex is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

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

This is a Full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

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 specialising in 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 & 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 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

…and much more