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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. This role would suit a skilled theatre professional who is confident working within a busy operating department and committed to maintaining consistently high standards of patient care and surgical support.
You will provide effective scrub assistance throughout elective and emergency orthopaedic procedures, preparing the theatre, instruments, implants and specialist equipment required for each case. Working closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, registered practitioners and healthcare support workers, you will anticipate the needs of the surgical team and contribute to the safe, efficient delivery of every procedure.
Key responsibilities will include completing surgical safety checks, maintaining aseptic technique, managing instrumentation and implants, supporting counts, preparing equipment for hip and knee replacements, and ensuring all documentation is accurate and completed promptly. You will also help maintain stock levels, report equipment faults, support infection prevention procedures and contribute to the safe transfer and positioning of patients. A commitment to professional communication, teamwork and compassionate patient care is essential.
Applicants should hold appropriate professional registration and have substantial experience in an orthopaedic theatre environment, with demonstrable expertise in major lower-limb surgery. Experience of total hip replacement, total knee replacement, revision procedures and the use of specialist orthopaedic instruments and implants is highly desirable. You should be able to work calmly under pressure, prioritise effectively and adapt to changing clinical demands.
The successful candidate will be proactive, reliable and committed to continuing professional development. You will be expected to follow relevant clinical policies, contribute to service improvement and support the development of colleagues and learners. In return, this role offers the opportunity to work within a professional, collaborative theatre team while further developing your specialist orthopaedic skills.
