At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist surgeons and provide scrub support in a high-volume theatre environment.
- Company: CHEC focuses on delivering patient-centred care across the ophthalmic pathway.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays and a company pension scheme.
- Other info: Position based in Stockport, requiring flexibility for weekend shifts.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team committed to maintaining high standards of clinical care.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered practitioner with NMC or HCPC and have theatre experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Stockport
Contract Type: Permanent, 37.5 hours – 4/7 days
This role is eligible for applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker visa. This is a full‑time position. It requires 37.5 hours per week, worked over 4 days within a 7‑day period, including some weekends. Standard shifts are from 07:30 to 17:30 with some flexibility required based on patient need. As part of your training, it is advantageous to travel to other CHEC hospitals to enhance your training and development through exposure to different teams and practices. This will be done within the normal working day.
About The Role
Our Theatre Practitioners play a key role in delivering patient‑centred care across the entire ophthalmic pathway – from pre‑admission and diagnostics to surgical support and post‑operative recovery. At CHEC, Theatre Practitioners scrub and assist in a high‑volume theatre environment, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth and efficient theatre lists. We’re looking for dedicated practitioners who are committed to maintaining the highest standards of clinical care, safety and service throughout the patient journey.
Following Your Training As a Theatre Practitioner You Will
- Establish a compassionate environment by providing support to patients, families, and friends.
- Assist surgeons in the delivery of ophthalmic care.
- Provide scrub support within the theatre, ensuring AfPP good practice guidelines are followed.
- Prepare clinical areas for daily activities.
- Manage the admission and discharge of patients on theatre days.
- Participate in departmental audits.
- Be proactive, eager to learn, and passionate about delivering high‑quality care.
- Demonstrate effective listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Thrive in a team‑oriented environment.
To Be Successful In This Role You Will Need
- To be a registered practitioner with the NMC or HCPC.
- Ideally previous experience in a clinical or theatre setting, specifically with high‑volume procedures.
- A desire to develop and expand your clinical skills through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Ideally prior exposure to patient discharge processes, ensuring effective care transition.
- A passion for delivering excellent patient care and contributing to a positive working environment.
- A proactive, flexible approach to teamwork and an eagerness to support service improvement initiatives.
- The ability to remain calm, focused and responsive in a fast‑paced, patient‑centred environment.
- Experience in infection prevention and control protocols.
- Knowledge of relevant clinical governance frameworks and CQC standards.
Why work for us?
- 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
- Buy and sell annual leave scheme
- Annual Company Bonus scheme
- MediCash
- Refer a friend scheme
- Company pension
- Company sick pay scheme
- Life assurance scheme
- Bluelight Card – 100’s of discount and cashback options
- Performance review with a training and development plan
- Employee discounts portal
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Tech scheme
Theatre Practitioner in Stockport employer: CHEC
CHEC offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development. Located in Stockport, employees enjoy benefits like a company sick pay scheme and gym membership discounts. The team is focused on delivering high-quality ophthalmic care and improving patient experiences.
