Perioperative Practitioner - Orthopaedic Scrub

Perioperative Practitioner - Orthopaedic Scrub  | Theatres | Competitive Salary | Washington | Permanent

Spire Washington Hospital are looking for an experienced Anaesthetics & Recovery Practitioner to join their theatre team on a permanent basis. The role will provide excellent care and require the post holder to participate and contribute to proving services within the Theatre Unit.

Spire Washington is a 35 in-patient bedded hospital with 10 consultation and 2 treatment rooms based just off junction 63 of the A1 with great commuter links. Our Hospital offers a range of services and facilities including four operating theatres covering specialities including Orthopaedics and Gynaecology and a full Diagnostic suite

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist in scrubbing for Consultant led surgeries that vary in complexity and specialism, mainly orthopaedics, but can include cosmetics, gynae and ENT to name a few.


• You will assess patient’s health and well-being across a complex and changing caseload.


• Develop care plans that are appropriate to the patient, taking into consideration the care pathway, perioperative risks and their wellbeing.

Who we're looking for

• Qualified ODP/Scrub Nurse


• NMC or HCPC registered with no restrictions on your pin


• Orthopaedic experience is essential


• At least 2 years scrub experience


• Have been employed in a surgical/Theatre setting


• You will be highly motivated and used to working in challenging but rewarding environment

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week across Monday - Saturday

Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits

We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays


• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options


• ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers


• Free Bupa wellness screening


• Private medical insurance


• Life assurance

Our Values

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

• Driving clinical excellence


• Doing the right thing


• Caring is our passion


• Keeping it simple


• Delivering on our promises


• Succeeding and celebrating together

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing Date: 26.11.2026  If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.

For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Laura Irving, [email protected]

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.