About the role

Responsibilities

Provide skilled scrub support during ophthalmic surgical procedures
Prepare theatre, instruments, equipment and consumables for surgical lists
Anticipate the needs of the surgical team during procedures
Support patients throughout the peri-operative and post-operative pathway
Assist with safe patient preparation, handover and discharge processes
Ensure surgical documentation and traceability records are completed accurately
Follow infection prevention, decontamination and sterilisation procedures
Maintain awareness of patient-specific requirements, including lenses or bespoke surgical items
Work closely with consultants, surgeons and clinical colleagues to support safe and efficient theatre activity
Report incidents, equipment issues or clinical concerns in line with policy
Complete mandatory training and maintain professional standards in line with NMC or HCPC requirements

Requirements

Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration, or Operating Department Practitioner with current HCPC registration
Valid UK driving licence and access to own transport
Minimum of 1 year’s theatre experience
Previous scrub experience is essential
Experience in general surgery, ophthalmology, day surgery or outpatient theatre settings
Good understanding of infection prevention, theatre safety and clinical governance
Awareness of CQC standards and relevant professional guidelines
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Flexibility to work bank shifts and travel to other clinical sites if required