Are you an experienced theatre practitioner with a passion for spinal surgery? Join Fortius Clinic and play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care within one of the UK's leading orthopaedic and sports medicine facilities. As a Spinal Practitioner , you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and coordinated delivery of spinal surgical services across our operating theatres. Working closely with consultants, multidisciplinary teams, and theatre colleagues, you will provide expert scrub support for complex spinal procedures, lead on spinal instrumentation management, and contribute to the ongoing development of a high-performing spinal service. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated practitioner who enjoys combining hands‑on clinical expertise with leadership, education, and service improvement responsibilities. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES 2.1 Senior Managerial responsibilities Provide high‑level oversight of spinal theatre scheduling, resource allocation, and staff deployment to meet fluctuating service demand. Coordinate and support planning for all spinal operating lists, ensuring appropriate staff, equipment, implants, and loan kits are available. Manage spinal‑specific resources efficiently, ensuring evidence‑based, cost‑effective practice. Lead workforce planning, including recruitment, retention, succession planning, and skill‑mix optimisation. Monitor and adjust staffing levels to meet skill mix, fluctuating demand, including emergency cover. Resolve complex operational issues, escalating strategically and advising senior management when required. Collaborate with procurement, theatre leadership, bookings team and spine nurse consultant to support business planning for spinal services. Ensure equipment issues are escalated, logged, and resolved promptly. Oversee equipment asset registers and ensure maintenance compliance Participate in annual appraisals, team meetings, and performance discussions Responsible for the safe use of all equipment and ensuring the training of the team members in the use of this equipment. Ensure effective stock control, revenue capture, and supply chain processes. Chair and contribute to key theatre meetings, representing the spinal service at senior forums. Deputise for the Deputy Head/Head of Theatres as required. 2.2. Clinical responsibilities Act as a senior clinical expert in spinal scrub practice, supporting complex elective and emergency spinal cases. Develop, assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, including regular attendance on the weekly Spine Surgery MDT. Support consultant surgeons and broader MDT with high‑level clinical decision‑making and coordination of complex spinal procedures. Promote and maintain accurate patient documentation and always uphold confidentiality. Respond to patient, relative, and stakeholder concerns, ensuring timely resolution. 2.3 . Instrumentation
Lead Theatre Practitioner – Spinal employer: Fortius Electromecanica SA de CV
Fortius Clinic is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where every Hospital Porter plays a vital role in enhancing patient care. With a strong focus on employee development, you will receive comprehensive training and opportunities to grow your skills in healthcare operations and customer service, all while working in a state-of-the-art facility that prioritises safety and professionalism. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and be part of a team that values compassion, respect, and excellence.
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