Lead Theatre Practitioner - Recovery & Anaesthetics

Lead Theatre Practitioner - Recovery & Anaesthetics

The Beardwood Hospital

37.5 Hours & Permanent

Salary: Up to £47,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

We have an opportunity for a Lead 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care across the perioperative pathway, acting as a specialist or functional lead within the team.
• Ensure that all patient safety checks, including WHO surgical safety processes, are carried out in accordance with hospital policy.
• Provide day to day leadership and supervision for theatre practitioners and support staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, compassion, and accountability.
• Support the development and assessment of competencies within the team, promoting continuous professional development.
• Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring their rights, safety, and dignity are upheld at all times.
• Raise concerns where standards of care or safeguarding protocols are not met, in line with Circle Health Group policy.

Qualifications

• NMC or HCPC registered practitioner with significant experience in a theatre environment (Recovery & Anaesthetics).
• Demonstrated clinical leadership experience and ability to act as a role model to peers.
• Strong understanding of patient safety protocols, safeguarding, infection control, and clinical governance.
• Scrub Practitioner or Surgical First Assistant qualification for scrub leads .
• ENB 998 and/or mentorship course.
• Approved / recognised anaesthetic course.

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• 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!