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General Minor Scrub
An opportunity is available for a skilled General Minor Scrub Practitioner to support the safe and effective delivery of minor surgical procedures. Working as part of a multidisciplinary theatre team, you will help maintain high standards of patient care, professionalism and clinical safety throughout the perioperative pathway.
Your responsibilities will include preparing the operating theatre, checking equipment and ensuring all instruments, consumables and implants are available and fit for use. You will undertake surgical scrubbing and circulating duties, anticipate the needs of the surgeon and wider team, and maintain accurate counts of instruments, swabs and needles in line with local policy. You will also support patient positioning, specimen handling, infection prevention and control, and completion of relevant documentation.
You will contribute to the delivery of a calm, efficient and patient-focused service, communicating clearly with colleagues and helping to maintain a safe environment at all times. The role may involve supporting a range of minor procedures and adapting to changing clinical priorities. You will be expected to participate in stock checks, cleaning and preparation of theatre areas, equipment maintenance and service improvement activities.
Applicants should hold a relevant professional qualification and current registration with the appropriate UK regulatory body, where applicable. Previous experience in a theatre, minor operations or outpatient surgical setting is essential, together with practical experience of scrub and circulating roles. A sound understanding of aseptic technique, surgical safety procedures, infection control and safeguarding is required.
You will be organised, dependable and able to work effectively under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, along with a compassionate approach to patients and a commitment to confidentiality. Flexibility to work across varied sessions and a willingness to undertake relevant training and continuing professional development are also expected.
