Theatre Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Operating Theatres

📣 Theatre Healthcare Assistant (HCA) – Operating Theatres

Location: NHS  Hospital – Main Theatres / Day‑Case Unit
Type: Temporary 
Band: 2–3
 

SJK Healthcare is recruiting experienced Theatre HCAs to support busy operating theatres, assisting surgical teams across pre‑op, intra‑op and post‑operative pathways. Ideal for HCAs confident in fast‑paced, technical clinical environments.

💼 Key Responsibilities

• Support theatre teams during surgical lists
• Assist with patient preparation: checklists, gowning, escorting to theatre
• Help position patients safely for surgery under RN/ODP guidance
• Collect/transport specimens and run urgent theatre errands
• Support recovery teams with early post‑op care
• Restock equipment, prepare trolleys, and maintain sterile environment standards
• Follow strict infection prevention + PPE protocols

🩺 Requirements

• Previous HCA experience in theatres or day‑surgery in NHS (UK) Hospitals
• Care Certificate / NVQ Level 2–3 desirable
• Confident with patient handling & basic observations
• Strong understanding of infection control & theatre safety
• Enhanced PVG + up‑to‑date mandatory training

✨ Ideal Candidate

Reliable, calm under pressure, proactive, and confident supporting both clinical teams and patients at every stage of the surgical pathway.