Theatre Assistant

Theatre Assistant | Spire Harpenden Hospital | Harpenden| Private Hospital | Operating Theatres
Permanent | Full Time | 37.5 hours per week

What You'll Be Doing:

As a key member of the theatre team, you will support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include

Supporting Nurses and Consultants during surgical procedures.

• Assisting Scrub Nurses within operating theatres.


• Supporting patients within the anaesthetic room.


• Safely transporting patients to and from theatre and wards.


• Opening sterile packs and preparing equipment for procedures.


• Preparing, checking and handling surgical instruments.


• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, infection prevention and control.


• Contributing to a safe, efficient and high-quality theatre environment.


• Providing reassurance and support to patients throughout their theatre experience.

Who We’re Looking For

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 35 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays


• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options


• Spire for You Rewards Platform – discounts and cashback at over 1,000 retailers


• Free Bupa wellness screening


• Private medical insurance


• Life assurance


• Free onsite parking

Our people are our difference. Their commitment, warmth, and pursuit of excellence are what truly set Spire Healthcare apart. For us, it’s about more than treating patients — it’s about genuinely caring for people.

About Spire Healthcare

Spire Healthcare is one of the UK’s leading independent healthcare providers, with 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales, and Scotland. We deliver high-quality diagnostics, inpatient, outpatient, and day-case care, as well as private GP services, workplace health solutions, and a range of NHS and private specialist services.