Theatre Practitioner (Main Theatre Other Specialities)
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Dudley, DY1 2HQView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 November 2026
13 days leftJob description
THEATRES, ANAESTHETICS, CRITICAL CARE, PRE-OP & PAIN DIRECTORATE Band 5 - Theatre Practitioner (Main Theatres & Other Specialities) Fixed Term Contrac...
- Deliver a high standard of patient carein accordance withTrust policies and procedures.
- Organise and manage the day-to-day running ofallocatedareas, as directed by the Specialty Manager/Team Leader and within own level of competence.
- Take charge of clinical sessions asrequiredto ensure safe and effective service delivery.
- Liaise with medical staff, senior nursingstaffand other departments to support the smooth running of services.
- Ensure all relevant staff are informed of changes to procedures, operatinglistsor service arrangements.
- Supervise and support learners and junior staff in line with their level of competence and skill.
- Ensure patients, relatives and ward staff receiveappropriate informationand that all documentation is completed accurately.
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Qualifications & Education
Essential: - Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC); - Good standard of general education
Desirable: - Basic resuscitation / ILS / IV therapy
Knowledge & Training
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the role
- Willingness to rotate across theatres within the Trust for professional development
Desirable: - Completion of a recognised theatre training programme or evidence of relevant perioperative experience
Experience
Desirable: - Current or recent experience working as a Theatre Scrub Practitioner in a theatre setting
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills -- written, verbal and IT with the ability to communicate clearly with members of the MDT, patients, families and carers
- IT literate, with the ability to use and learn theatre-specific digital systems
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Ability to provide holistic care to patients
- Ability to problem-solve and use sound clinical judgement
- Able to organise and prioritise workload effectively
Planning Skills
Essential
- Physical capability to perform the role with reasonable adjustments as required
- Able to cope with unpredictable work patterns and rapidly changing clinical situations
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
- Able to remain calm and effective when working under pressure
Management Skills
Essential: - Ability to support colleagues, including student nurses and ODPs; - Ability to keep accurate, confidential patient records
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
20 October 2026
Last checked
21 October 2026
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