Theatre Practitioner - Circle Health Group

Theatre Practitioner – Woodlands Hospital, Darlington Part-time (34.5 hours per week) | Permanent | Salary up to £35,000 FTE per year (depending on experience, training, qualification) Overview Woodlands Hospital in Darlington, part of Circle Health Group, employs a Theatre Practitioner to support surgical teams. This role covers flexible shift patterns and works within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe and efficient surgical lists. Duties * 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; provide post-operative care, monitor vital signs, manage pain and nausea, and ensure 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 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 must have * 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 * 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 wellbeing. * Employee recognition programmes. * Industry leading training and development opportunities. …and much more! Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all colleagues. Our values include selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative attitudes. To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy J-18808-Ljbffr