Bank - Theatre Practitioner

Job Summary
The Theatre Scrub Practitioner Bank at King Edward VII’s Hospital is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality perioperative care to patients across a range of surgical specialities, including Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, General, ENT, Plastic, Breast, and Orthopaedic surgeries. The role involves maintaining a sterile field, assisting the surgical team during procedures, and prioritizing patient safety. The Theatre Scrub Practitioner Bank will embody the hospital’s commitment to clinical excellence, patient care, and continuous professional development.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Expertise
• Prepare and meticulously maintain sterile fields, ensuring adherence to best practices in aseptic techniques.
• Assist in a wide range of surgeries across multiple specialities, providing expertise in instrument handling and patient monitoring.
• Collaborate closely with the surgical team, anticipating and addressing the needs of surgeons and anaesthetists to ensure smooth and effective operations.
• Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of perioperative care and interventions by hospital policies.
Patient Care & Advocacy
• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care, advocating for the safety and well-being of each patient throughout the perioperative process.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised patient care, ensuring that patients and their families receive the highest level of support.
Team Collaboration & Communication
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses, and other multidisciplinary team members to achieve the best patient outcomes.
• Foster a positive and cohesive work environment through effective communication and teamwork.
Instrumentation & Equipment Management
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring their availability, functionality, and correct usage.
• Proactively contribute to the safe management and maintenance of surgical instruments and materials.
Health, Safety & Compliance
• Rigorously adhere to all health, safety, and infection control policies to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Participate in hospital-wide initiatives to minimise risk and enhance patient safety.
Professional Development
• Engage in ongoing professional development, attending relevant training, courses, and conferences to stay updated on emerging surgical practices.
• Act as a mentor and support system for junior staff and students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
Administrative Duties
• Ensure that patient records are maintained accurately, and that all documentation is completed on time.
• Report and document any incidents or concerns according to hospital policies, and actively participate in audit and quality improvement activities.

Education & Qualifications
• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with valid NMC or HCPC registration.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and participation in relevant CPD activities.

Experience & Skills
• Proven experience as a Scrub Practitioner in a hospital setting, with demonstrated competence in scrubbing for Gynaecology, General, Urology, ENT, Plastic, Breast, and Orthopaedic surgeries and/ or endoscopy services.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, infection control practices, and perioperative patient care.
• Proficient in the use of electronic patient records and hospital information systems.

Personal Attributes
• Compassionate and empathetic, with a strong commitment to delivering patient-centred care.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to collaborate and lead within a multidisciplinary team.
• High level of attention to detail, adaptability, and resilience in fast-paced surgical environments.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and an innovative approach to improving patient care.

Leadership Potential
• Experience in mentoring or leading junior staff, with a commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Ability to take initiative and lead by example in ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and best practices.