Theatre Practitioner/Scrub
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,073 - £39,043 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Plymouth, PL6 8DH |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Act as Practitioner in charge, in the absence of the Team Leader ensuring efficient allocation of staff and resources. Demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice and clinical excellence and play an active role in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care. To engage and interact with patients and their carers, explaining procedures and treatments to gain co-operation, understanding and allay apprehension. Assist with projects to develop and enhance patient care. Participate in the evaluation of patient outcomes, including audit, risk management and infection control. Attend relevant meetings and deliver feedback. To develop and achieve objectives identified through continuing appraisal of job role. To develop appraisal skills and carry out appraisals and personal development plans for Band staff and non-registered assistant in line with Agenda for Change and the knowledge skills framework. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate and initiate appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training Maintain and continuously improve in-depth specialist knowledge relevant to the clinical area, which significantly contributes to the Trusts stated aims and objectives. Report and manage untoward incidents, such as clinical emergencies, injury or drug administration errors, as detailed in Trust policies and procedures. For further details please see attached JD & PS.