Nuffield Health
Theatre Practitioner
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Theatre Practitioner – Operating Department Practitioner (Scrub) (RGN / ODP)
Location: Taunton Hospital Department: Nursing Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time (Includes Weekend Work) Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Nuffield Health is the UK’s largest healthcare charity, driving wellness through innovative care, top-tier facilities, and community engagement. Patient-centred excellence starts with compassionate professionals like you.
We’re seeking a detail-oriented, empathetic Scrub Theatre Practitioner (ODP)—focused, team-driven, and committed to outstanding perioperative care. Join our healthcare family at Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital, where cutting-edge technology meets personalised patient support under the）：
About the Role
As a Scrub Practitioner / Theatre Practitioner (ODP), you’ll collaborate in a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality surgical and endoscopy care across orthopedics, spinal surgery, ophthalmology, dermatology, and bariatric treatments. Your role demands precision, clinical expertise, and strong communication to support junior team members and patients in our 41 en-suite private bedrooms and state-of-the-art theatres.
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Key Objectives:
- Operate in a cross-disciplinary environment, managing varied patient caseloads.
- Execute technically advanced surgical procedures using modern, state-of-the-art equipment.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop junior colleagues while upholding hygiene standards.
- Deliver user-focused theatre care, grounded in clinical best practice and evidence-based supports.
- Up-skilling opportunities like Surgical First Assist training available.
Nuffield Health prioritises your personal growth, ensuring rewarding career development pathways.
Requirements
- Registered with the NMC (for RGN candidates) or HCPC (ODP/SCRUB).
- Compelling post-registration experience in scrub theatre roles, preferably within surgical/endoscopy environments.
- Team player mentality with exceptional communication and leadership skills.
- Dereliction of strong clinical adaptability in fast-paced, high-stakes settings.
Benefits
Enjoy a holistic, supportive wellbeing program, including:
- Comprehensive fitness benefits: Free gym membership, premium health assessments, retail discounts.
- Tailored reward packages: Health schemes, pension options, and lifestyle discounts.
- Syndicated healthcare rewards: The larger Nuffield network offers clinics, gyms, and community initiatives—all for the public good.
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Nuffield Health’s charitable focus ensures all surplus income reinvests into high-impact care innovations.
Why Join Us?
At Nuffield Health:
- Founded 60+ years ago, our mission is to heal and inspire through a nationwide portfolio of 31 hospitals, 113 wellness centres, and social impact programmes to democratise access to healthcare.
- Outstanding CQC-rated status with the latest Ultra Clean Air theatres and diagnostic tools.
- 41 private en-suite rooms plus state-of-the-art facilities, reflecting public trust and clinical excellence.
Discover more: Our Patient-Centric Approach is rated Good and Outstanding
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