Theatre Assistant

Job summary

As a key member of the theatre team, you will support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include Supporting Nurses and Consultants during surgical procedures.

Main duties of the job

Assisting Scrub Nurses within operating theatres. Supporting patients within the anaesthetic room. Safely transporting patients to and from theatre and wards. Opening sterile packs and preparing equipment for procedures. Preparing, checking and handling surgical instruments. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, infection prevention and control. Contributing to a safe, efficient and high-quality theatre environment. Providing reassurance and support to patients throughout their theatre experience.

About us

"Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services." Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality patient care. Our people are our difference. Their commitment, warmth, and pursuit of excellence are what truly set Spire Healthcare apart. For us, it's about more than treating patients - it's about genuinely caring for people.

Job responsibilities

Theatre Assistant | Spire Hartswood Hospital | Brentwood | Private Hospital | Operating Theatres Permanent | Full Time | 37.5 hours per week Are you passionate about patient care? Spire Hartswood Hospital is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Theatre Assistant to join our busy Operating Theatre team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional, supportive team and build a long-term career within one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers. What You'll Be Doing: As a key member of the theatre team, you will support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include Supporting Nurses and Consultants during surgical procedures.

Assisting Scrub Nurses within operating theatres.

Supporting patients within the anaesthetic room.

Safely transporting patients to and from theatre and wards.

Opening sterile packs and preparing equipment for procedures.

Preparing, checking and handling surgical instruments.

Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, infection prevention and control.

Contributing to a safe, efficient and high-quality theatre environment.

Providing reassurance and support to patients throughout their theatre experience.

Who We're Looking For We're looking for people who are:

Passionate about patient care and making a difference.

Keen to learn and develop new clinical skills.

Compassionate, caring and empathetic.

Excellent communicators who work well as part of a team.

Reliable, organised and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Support Worker or within a hospital setting

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent.

Previous theatre experience (desirable)

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role. Benefits We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

35 days' annual leave, including bank holidays

Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options

Spire for You Rewards Platform - discounts and cashback at over 1,000 retailers

Free Bupa wellness screening

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Our Values: We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

Driving clinical excellence

Doing the right thing

Caring is our passion.

Keeping it simple

Delivering on our promises

Succeeding and celebrating together

We commit to our employees' well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. "Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services." Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality patient care. Our people are our difference. Their commitment, warmth, and pursuit of excellence are what truly set Spire Healthcare apart. For us, it's about more than treating patients - it's about genuinely caring for people.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Support Worker or within a hospital setting
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent.
• Previous theatre experience (desirable)

Experience

Essential

• Passionate about patient care and making a difference.
• Keen to learn and develop new clinical skills.
• Compassionate, caring and empathetic.
• Excellent communicators who work well as part of a team.
• Reliable, organised and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Support Worker or within a hospital setting
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent.
• Previous theatre experience (desirable)