Job summary
Provide surgical first assistance for Consultant led surgeries that vary in complexity and specialism
Provide exemplary planned care for patients and assist in the management and organisation of care provision in the operating theatre
Main duties of the job
Provide surgical first assistance for Consultant led surgeries that vary in complexity and specialism with a focus on major Orthopaedics and General Surgery
Provide exemplary planned care for patients and assist in the management and organisation of care provision in the operating theatre
Our 2 operating theatres are busy throughout the day, but every day is never the same due to the diversity of the workload, making this theatre department a fantastic place to work
About us
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.
The Spire Regency Hospital in Macclesfield, South Cheshire opened in 1991 and has undergone extensive site modernisation creating an excellent environment for our team and patients.
We offer fast access to consultations with specialists in a wide range of treatments, supported by advanced imaging and diagnostic technology.
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 of patient care.
We are committed to our employees, well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior Scrub Practitioner or Surgical First Assistant | Theatre | Regency - Macclesfield | Band 6/7 depending on experience
Spire Regency, Macclesfield are recruiting for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Scrub Practitioner or a Surgical First Assistant to join our high performing Theatre Team.
With a focus on orthopaedic scrub, this is your opportunity to join one of the UK's leading private hospitals and take your career to the next level. This unmissable role offers the opportunity to work alongside some of the regions most experienced consultants, covering varied and diverse cases.
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue.
From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.
The Spire Regency Hospital in Macclesfield, South Cheshire opened in 1991 and has undergone extensive site modernisation creating an excellent environment for our team and patients.
We offer fast access to consultations with specialists in a wide range of treatments, supported by advanced imaging and diagnostic technology.
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 of patient care.
We are committed to our employees, well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Duties and responsibilities:
The Hospital covers a wide variety of surgical procedures:
- Provide surgical first assistance for Consultant led surgeries that vary in complexity and specialism with a focus on major Orthopaedics and General Surgery
- Provide exemplary planned care for patients and assist in the management and organisation of care provision in the operating theatre
- Our 2 operating theatres are busy throughout the day, but every day is never the same due to the diversity of the workload, making this theatre department a fantastic place to work
Who we're looking for:
- Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner with at least 2 years' experience in a scrub capacity
- Experience of working in teams and with minimum supervision
- Competence across a range of skills, supported by professional and clinical knowledge acquired through state registration/practitioner qualification
- An SFA qualification would be highly desirable
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- Flexibility to maximise your work life balance
- 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- A great team, all dedicated to being the best
More information on our range of benefits is included in the attached leaflet.
We're committed to people, both patients and staff. Join us, and you'll receive a warm welcome.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Sarah Whittaker on 07525887973 or e-mail
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner
Desirable
- An SFA qualification would be highly desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in teams and with minimum supervision
- Competence across a range of skills, supported by professional and clinical knowledge acquired through state registration/practitioner qualification
- SFA qualification would be desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Spire Healthcare Ltd
Address
West St, Macclesfield
Macclesfield
SK11 8DW