Job Title: Senior Theatre Scrub Practitioner
Location: Brentford, London
Salary: Up to £49,000, depending on experience
Contract basis: Full time
Contractual hours per week: 40
Senior Theatre Scrub Practitioner (Band 6)
Full Time
Salary – Up to £49,000 Depending upon experience
Location: Cora Health Clinic, Great west road, Brentford, TW8 9DR
About Us
Connect Health and Healthshare have come together as one organisation – CORA Health – combining decades of experience delivering high-quality healthcare services on behalf of the NHS and private sector.
At The West London Clinic, we operate a modern‑day surgery unit with an 8‑bedded ward and theatre complex, including one large theatre suite with anaesthetic room and a 4‑bed recovery area. We are proud of our strong safety culture, efficient day‑case pathways, and patient‑centred approach.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join our busy and well‑established day surgery service.
The post holder will work as a senior member of staff in a multidisciplinary theatre team, delivering safe, effective, and efficient care in line with professional standards, national guidance, and local policies. This role is ideal for a practitioner who values teamwork, high clinical standards, and the predictability of a day‑surgery environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality scrub assistance across agreed surgical specialties
- Prepare, check, and manage surgical instruments, equipment, and consumables
- Maintain strict aseptic technique and comply with Infection Prevention and Control standards
- Actively participate in WHO Surgical Safety Checklists and local NatSSIPs processes
- Support safe and efficient patient flow within a day‑case theatre setting
- Contribute to clinical governance, audit activity, and continuous service improvement
- Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, recovery staff, and ward teams
Surgical Specialties
Our day‑case services currently include:
- Lower and upper limb.
- General Surgery.
- ENT
- Chronic Pain Management
- Endosocopy
(with scope for future service development)
Person Specification
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)
- Experience working as a scrub practitioner in an operating theatre
- Sound knowledge of aseptic technique, IPC, and patient safety standards
- Strong communication and team‑working skills
- Commitment to delivering patient‑centred care
- Surgical First Assistant
Desirable
- Experience in day surgery and/or the independent healthcare sector
- Experience across multiple surgical specialties
- Interest in CPD, mentorship, or service development
Why Join CORA Health?
- Modern, well‑equipped day surgery environment
- Planned operating lists supporting work‑life balance
- Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team
- Strong focus on patient safety, quality, and governance
- Funded CPD and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) and option to buy/sell
- Private Healthcare (Benenden)
- Company Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Blue Light Card
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- CPD Opportunities
- Wagestream
- Reward Gateway
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Smart Tech
- EV Car Scheme
If you are a committed Theatre Scrub Practitioner looking to work in a high‑quality day‑surgery setting where patient safety and professionalism come first, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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Senior Theatre Scrub Practitioner employer: Cora Health
Cora Health is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration between clinical teams and suppliers, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare supply chain management. Located in Brentford, the hybrid working options provide flexibility, while our commitment to cost-saving initiatives ensures a dynamic and rewarding work environment.
