Theatre Support Worker

As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, you will work alongside Registered Nurses, Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) and Theatre Team Leaders to help deliver safe, effective and compassionate care to patients undergoing surgery. No two days are the same, and you will play an important role in ensuring our theatres run efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Your responsibilities will include supporting patients throughout their perioperative journey, assisting with patient transfers, preparing theatre environments and specialist equipment, undertaking circulating duties during procedures, acting as a runner between theatre areas, collecting blood products, supporting stock management, and helping to maintain a clean, safe and organised clinical environment. You will work across Theatre, Anaesthetic and Recovery areas, supporting a range of surgical specialities and contributing to the smooth running of the department.

We are looking for individuals who are caring, reliable and adaptable, with excellent communication skills and a positive approach to teamwork. In return, you will join a welcoming team committed to supporting your development and providing opportunities to grow your career within the NHS.

If you are passionate about patient care, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and want to make a real difference to patients and their families, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Theatre Support Worker to join our busy Operating Theatres team. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative pathway.

The successful candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills, a caring approach, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced theatre environment.

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification for a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities.

The James Paget University Hospitalis a vibrant university hospital providing the best possible care to the people of east Norfolk and north Suffolk. We are situated on the coast with several beautiful beaches and the Broads National Park on the doorstep. We are within commuting distance of Norwich city centre, with on-site hospital parking available.

Personal and professional development is key within the James Paget University Hospital and the operating theatre department.

Development of self: We will support you in achieving your career goals, through our well-structured supervision and appraisal system. The department actively encourages the utilisation of courses and training opportunities provided and signposted through our Operational Development and Wellbeing Service. Training opportunities range from clinical and non-clinical skills.

Essential

Essential: - It is essential to be able to complete documentation accurately and legibly; - Must be numerate and literate

Essential

Essential: - Previous experience looking after or caring for people in a health care setting

Desirable

Essential: - Knowledge of infection control issues

Essential

Essential: - Good verbal communication skills