Optegra Eye Health Care
Scrub Nurse
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Scrub Nurse
Scrub Nurse – Private Eye Hospital (York)
Optegra has an exciting new role for an experienced Scrub Nurse to join our prestige private eye hospital in York. Join a growing and developing business and benefit from our fully funded training programs to take your career to the next level.
About the Role
The Scrub Nurse will provide excellent clinical and technical assistance to patients undergoing ophthalmic surgical procedures. This role involves supporting the operating theatre team, while ensuring patients receive world-class care in our surgical and refractive suite. Duties may also extend to peri-operative and post-operative assistance, including minor surgical procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the full range of registered healthcare professional duties, including:
- Patient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care
- Collaboration with the Practitioner in Charge
- Maintaining patient privacy, dignity, and adherence to Trust policies
- Reporting any concerns to senior staff
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team, providing appropriate instrumentation and equipment
- Ensure safe disposal of all surgical waste and effective decontamination/sterilisation of reusable equipment
- Complete accurate documentation for traceability and compliance
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Requirements
- Registered General Nurse OR Operating Department Practitioner
- Current NMC/ODP registration (no restrictions)
- Qualification in Ophthalmology or Perioperative Care
- One year or more of ophthalmology surgical theatre experience
- Proficient IT skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)
- Knowledge of:
- NMC Professional Code of Conduct
- CQC standards and requirements
Why Join Optegra?
As one of the UK’s leading eye care providers and a Sunday Times “Best Big Place to Work 2025” employer, we foster a supportive, inclusive culture where your growth, wellbeing, and contributions are valued.
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Exceptional Benefits Include:
- Generous salary (up to £46,575 per annum, depending on experience)
- Fully matched pension scheme
- 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Flexible/SMART working options
- Fully funded training and development
- Anniversary recognition and STAR awards
- Blue Light Card (online & in-store discounts)
- Free laser eye treatment (for you) + 20% discount for family/friends
- Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP access, free Physiotherapy & counselling
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loan
Optegra is proud of our inclusive, supportive team where every individual’s uniqueness is celebrated. Apply now to make a real difference in patient care.
Closing date: Applications considered as soon as possible—apply early to avoid disappointment. Learn more about our vision here.
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