Theatre Coordinator – Brand New State-of-the-Art Hospital

£52,000 DOE + Competitive Company Benefits

Oxford

Full-Time/ Permanent - 40 Hours

Want to be a key part in the opening and success of a BRAND NEW and state of the art hospital? Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurology.

This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisation. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between specialties. Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to excel.

If you’re looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and shared success, we’d love to hear from you.

What is in it for you?

• Generous Annual Bonus Scheme
• Paid for park and ride
• Great work-life balance
• Professional registration paid for annually
• Personal Development Plan
• 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Eye Care
• Annual Flu Vaccines
• Private Pension
• Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• AND a range of policies supporting health and wellbeing

Responsibilities:

As Theatre Coordinator at Welbeck Oxford, you will be responsible for the delivery of safe patient care and the coordination of theatre and procedural activity in line with the business needs of the centre. You will:

• Provide clinical leadership to the perioperative team, act as a role model and mentor to theatre staff and support the Theatre and Procedural Suite Managers in the operational management of the department.
• Be an effective decision maker, able to manage complex and unpredictable work patterns, prioritise effectively, and act on your own initiative.
• Take charge of the theatre department under the direction of the Theatre Manager, leading and managing the day-to-day coordination and clinical operations of the theatre suite at Welbeck Oxford.
• Ensure the safe and timely provision of perioperative care to all patients undergoing surgical procedures, maintaining the highest standards of clinical quality, patient safety and AfPP best practice at all times.
• Provide clinical and managerial leadership to the perioperative team, supporting ongoing staff development, service improvement and professional standards in line with NMC/HCPC requirements.
• Proactively respond to and lead on clinical incidents, staffing challenges and theatre flow issues, with support from the Theatre Manager.
• Support the Theatre and Procedural Suite Managers in maintaining a safe and appropriately staffed departments, including completion of staff rotas and skill mix review.
• Ensure full compliance with CQC requirements, AfPP standards, WHO Surgical Safety Checklists, and all relevant Welbeck Oxford policies and procedures.

The Theatre Coordinator will report directly into the Theatre Manager and will require multidisciplinary collaboration with consultants, all clinical and non-clinical teams and Welbeck Oxford Senior Leadership Team.

What can you bring?

Essential Skills:

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCP C) qualification
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and revalidation
• Significant perioperative/theatre experience (scrub, circulating and/or anaesthetic)
• Experience in a senior or lead clinical role within theatres
• Experience coordinating or managing theatre lists and daily theatre operations
• Experience of incident reporting, investigation and governance processes
• Strong knowledge of AfPP standards and perioperative best practice
• Understanding of WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and 5 Steps to Safer Surgery
• Strong organisational, planning and time-management skills
• Effective verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills adaptable to a range of audiences
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across functions
• Computer skills including use of electronic theatre management and patient record systems
• Demonstrates Welbeck values: Collaboration, Ambition, Kindness, Empowerment
• Calm and professional under pressure; able to prioritise and problem-solve effectively
• Inspirational and motivating team leader with a positive, forward-thinking approach
• Adaptable and flexible in response to service needs, including shift work
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice

Desirable Skills:

• AfPP membership or equivalent perioperative professional development
• Leadership and management skills training or qualification
• Mentorship / practice supervisor qualification
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) or equivalent
• Experience leading, managing and developing a perioperative team
• Experience conducting staff appraisals and performance reviews
• Experience working in a private healthcare setting
• Experience of sterile services and instrument management
• Understanding of budgetary awareness and cost-effective resource management
• Knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory compliance in a healthcare setting

Recommendations:

We’re currently recruiting for a variety of management, clinical, and non-clinical roles across Oxford and Cambridge if this role isn’t for you, but you would be interested in exploring roles feel free to share your details. If you know someone who may be interested in this or other roles in a new private hospital, we offer a £200 voucher referral reward for every successful recommendation.