Senior Scrub Theatre Practitioner | Cardiac
The Portland Hospital, London
Full time 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Monday to Sunday
Shift Times: Early (0730-1600), Late (12.30-2100) and long days (0730-2100)
Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Allowances + Golden Hello
We are looking for a Senior Scrub Theatre Practitioner with Cardiac experience to join our Theatre department at The Portland Hospital. The Portland Hospital, rated as ‘Good; by the CQC, is London’s leading private hospital dedicated to the care of women, children, and their families.
Renowned for its exceptional maternity services, the hospital also offers comprehensive paediatric care, women’s health services, and cutting-edge surgical facilities. With a focus on providing personalized, high-quality healthcare, The Portland Hospital combines advanced medical technology with the expertise of world-class specialists. Caring for over 40,000 children a year, we provide treatment for everything from general paediatric conditions to complex craniofacial reconstruction. We have over 175 paediatric consultants available to treat children from new-born up to the age of 18.
The five theatres at The Portland Hospital offer a dynamic and professional environment, equipped with cutting-edge technology that is truly unparalleled. Each theatre is fully integrated and outfitted with the most advanced equipment available.
Our theatre team consists of highly experienced Consultants and Practitioners with extensive knowledge across various specialties. Every day, they perform a wide array of complex procedures, spanning acute specialties such as Gynaecology, Obstetrics, as well as general and paediatric surgery.
As Senior Theatre Practitioner, you will:
- Have a pivotal role in the surgical team, combining clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities to ensure the highest standards of patient care.
- You will be responsible for overseeing the preparation of the theatres, ensuring that all equipment, instruments, and supplies are ready for each procedure.
- In addition to providing hands-on support during surgeries, you’ll mentor and guide junior staff, promoting best practices and promoting a collaborative team environment.
- With a focus on patient safety and efficiency, your role is key to delivering successful surgical outcomes in a high-pressure setting.
What you’ll bring:
- Current HCPC/NMC Registration
- 12 months+ experience in Cardiac Specialisms
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.
As a Senior Scrub Theatre Practitioner, you’ll be eligible for:
- 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
- Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
- Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Group Life Assurance from day one
- Critical illness cover
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
- Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
- Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
