Theatres Scrub Nurses or Practitioners

Theatres Scrub Nurse / Practitioner (Ophthalmic) – Job Share Available

Location: Gateshead
Hours: 34.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 08:00 – 18:00
Job Share: Available for those able to commit to set days
Travel: Flexibility required to work across nearby clinics when needed

About the Role:

We’re looking for Theatres Scrub Nurses or Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) to join our dedicated team, with a focus on ophthalmic procedures. Ophthalmic experience is preferred but full training can be provided for the right candidate.

Pay Rates:

Key Responsibilities:

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  Deliver pre- and post-operative patient care, including diagnostics.

  
  


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  Admission and discharge of patients on theatre days.

  
  


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  Administer medications according to NMC standards.

  
  


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  Record keeping in line with NMC guidelines.

  
  


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  Provide scrub assistance for clinical procedures.

  
  


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  Support consultants in delivering ophthalmic care.

  
  


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  Ensure clinical areas and equipment are prepared and compliant.

  
  


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  Participate in weekend/on-call rotas.

  
  


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  Maintain stock levels and manage theatre equipment daily.

  
  


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  Ensure patient confidentiality (Data Protection Act).

  
  


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  Undertake ALS training and cover nearby clinics when required.

  
  

Knowledge & Skills Required:

Knowledge:

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  Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  
  


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  Understanding of ophthalmic procedures

  
  


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  Familiarity with private healthcare systems

  
  

Specialist Skills:

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  Ophthalmic experience preferred

  
  


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  Theatre scrub experience essential

  
  

People Skills:

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  Team player, committed to delivering excellent patient care

  
  

Decision Making:

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  Motivated, enthusiastic, and confident in clinical decision-making

  
  

Values & Behaviour:

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  Passion for theatre

  
  


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  Compassionate and caring

  
  


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  Self-motivated with initiative

  
  


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  Patient-focused approach

  
  

Capabilities & Experience:

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  Flexible to meet service needs

  
  


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  Strong written and verbal communication

  
  


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  Minimum 1 year’s post-registration experience in a clinical/hospital setting

  
  

Qualifications:

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  Current NMC registration

  
  

Apply Now:

Please send your updated CV, along with your availability and preferred working days. We look forward to welcoming dedicated professionals to our team!