Theatre Practitioner

Theatre Practitioner Overview

This position for a Theatre Practitioner is based in Ilford and is a full-time, permanent role requiring 37.5 hours of work per week. The working schedule spans over four days within a seven-day period, which may include weekends. Standard shifts typically run from 07:30 to 17:30, with some flexibility needed based on patient requirements.

The Theatre Practitioner will play a crucial role in providing patient-centered care throughout the ophthalmic pathway, which encompasses pre-admission, diagnostics, surgical assistance, and post-operative recovery. The successful candidate will work in a high-volume theatre environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient theatre operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care across the entire ophthalmic pathway.
• Scrub and assist in a high-volume theatre environment.
• Provide compassionate support to patients and their families.
• Assist surgeons during ophthalmic procedures.
• Ensure compliance with AfPP good practice guidelines while providing scrub support.
• Prepare clinical areas for daily activities.
• Manage patient admissions and discharges on theatre days.
• Engage in departmental audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC.
• Previous experience in a clinical or theatre setting, especially with high-volume procedures, is preferred.
• Desire to develop clinical skills through ongoing training and professional development.
• Prior experience with patient discharge processes is advantageous.
• Strong commitment to excellent patient care and a positive work environment.
• Proactive and flexible approach to teamwork, with a readiness to support service improvements.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.
• Familiarity with infection prevention and control protocols.
• Knowledge of clinical governance frameworks and CQC standards.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Buy and sell annual leave scheme.
• Annual company bonus scheme.
• MediCash health plan.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Company pension plan.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Access to the Bluelight Card for discounts and cashback options.
• Performance reviews with a focus on training and development.
• Employee discounts portal.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Tech scheme for purchasing technology.

CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All employees are expected to adhere to CHEC’s safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks will be conducted in accordance with NHS Employment Check Standards, and successful applicants may need to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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