Theatre Scrub Practitioner - Day Case Surgery
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 April 2026 |
| Location: | West End, W1G 6JA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0360-26-0043 |
Summary
Job title: Band 5 Scrub Practitioner Department: MITU - Day Case Theatres Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday (ealry and late shifts) About The London Clinic Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest independent charitable hospitals, based in central London and known for delivering high standards of care across a range of specialities. Our 10 operating theatres, including a hybrid theatre, support complex procedures across areas such as Orthopaedics, Robotics, ENT and General Surgery, alongside our MITU day case unit focused on advanced, minimally invasive techniques. We offer a collaborative, patient focused environment where teams work closely together to deliver safe, personalised care. About the role This is a full time, permanent role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with early and late shifts. MITU is a fast-paced day case environment supporting a varied caseload across Ophthalmology, Plastics, Gynaecology and Urology. It is a great opportunity to work closely with experienced Consultants and a well-established theatre team, delivering high quality patient care throughout the perioperative pathway. We are looking for someone with previous scrub experience who is confident in theatres, organised in their approach and able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Key responsibilities Prepare theatre lists by ensuring instruments, equipment and consumables are ready for use Undertake the scrub role across a range of procedures, following all safety checks and protocols Support patient positioning and transfers in line with clinical guidance Assist in circulating duties where required to maintain theatre flow Monitor and manage stock levels within the theatre environment Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control Contribute to service improvement and support a positive team culture Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members Skills and experience Registered Nurse with the NMC or Operating Department Practitioner with HCPC registration Previous scrub experience within a theatre setting Exposure to Ophthalmology, Plastics, Gynaecology or Urology would be beneficial Minimum 1-year post registration experience in theatres Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team Well organised and able to manage a busy clinical workload Apply We review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early once positions are filled. Early application is recommended. Benefits We offer a range of benefits including flexible working and great career opportunities. Our core benefits are: Private Medical Insurance Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Life assurance Travel season ticket loan Family friendly benefits A range of retail discounts Excellent career development, with clear pathways and access to further education We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.