Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Theatre Practitioner - Obstetric & Gynaecology Theatres
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About Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (WUTH)
At Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (WUTH), we are proud to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across our busy, dynamic operating theatres. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join our dedicated team within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Theatres at Arrowe Park Hospital.
About the Role
You will play a key role in providing safe, effective and holistic care for women undergoing obstetric and gynaecological procedures, including elective and emergency caesarean sections, hysterectomies, and laparoscopic surgeries. Our O&G theatres are fast-paced and rewarding, offering the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellence in perioperative care.
Key Responsibilities
- Acting as a scrub practitioner for obstetric and gynaecological surgical procedures
- Ensuring instruments, equipment, and consumables are prepared and available in line with surgical needs
- Supporting patients through their surgical journey with dignity and respect
- Participating in ongoing service development, audits, and training
- Maintaining a safe environment in line with Trust policies and clinical governance standards
- Working collaboratively with anaesthetic and recovery staff to deliver seamless care
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This role is open to experienced theatre practitioners to cover a 12-month career break.
About Us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
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We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high-quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Nathan Ford
- Job title: Speciality Lead - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Email address: nathan.ford1@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 0151 678 5111
Please ring extension 7199 for more information.
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