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Major Orthopaedic Scrub - Lower Limb (Hips + Knees)
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Major Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner specialising in lower-limb procedures, including hip and knee surgery. The successful candidate will support safe, effective and compassionate patient care throughout the perioperative journey, working as part of a multidisciplinary theatre team.
Responsibilities will include preparing operating theatres, checking equipment and instrumentation, and ensuring all required implants, prostheses and consumables are available for each procedure. You will act as a competent scrub practitioner during primary and revision hip and knee replacements, fracture surgery and other major lower-limb orthopaedic procedures. Duties will also include maintaining aseptic technique, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, completing swab, needle and instrument counts, and supporting safe patient positioning.
You will contribute to the smooth running of theatre lists by assisting with team briefings, surgical safety checklists, specimen handling, documentation and effective handovers. A strong understanding of infection prevention, implant traceability, surgical protocols and the safe use of specialist orthopaedic equipment is essential. You may also be required to undertake circulating duties, support junior colleagues and contribute to service development, audits, training and continuous improvement activities.
Applicants should hold current professional registration and have substantial post-registration experience within operating theatres, with proven expertise in major orthopaedic scrub practice. Experience of lower-limb arthroplasty, including hip and knee replacement surgery, is essential. You must be confident working in a fast-paced environment, able to prioritise effectively and demonstrate sound clinical judgement.
Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills are required, together with a commitment to maintaining high standards of patient safety and dignity. Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including extended days, weekends or emergency cover where required, would be advantageous. Evidence of recent relevant learning and a willingness to maintain and develop specialist skills are also expected.
