Jobs Search
Major Orthopaedic Scrub - Lower Limb (Hips + Knees)
An experienced Major Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner is required to support the delivery of safe, high-quality care for patients undergoing lower-limb procedures, with a particular focus on hip and knee surgery. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled theatre professional to join a busy multidisciplinary team and contribute to consistently high standards of perioperative practice.
Working as part of the operating theatre team, you will prepare and maintain the sterile field, check instruments and equipment, and ensure all required implants, prostheses and specialist equipment are available for each procedure. You will scrub for a range of major orthopaedic operations, including primary and revision hip and knee replacements, trauma cases and other lower-limb procedures. Responsibilities will include anticipating the needs of the surgeon, maintaining strict aseptic technique, supporting safe patient positioning, completing surgical counts and responding appropriately to any changes during surgery.
You will also contribute to the safe transfer and handover of patients, accurate documentation, infection prevention and control, equipment checks and the maintenance of theatre standards. The role involves working closely with surgeons, anaesthetic colleagues, operating department practitioners, nurses and support staff to promote effective communication and patient safety. You may also be expected to assist with stock control, implant traceability, audit activity and the induction or supervision of less experienced colleagues.
Applicants should hold current professional registration and have substantial operating theatre experience, ideally within major orthopaedics and lower-limb surgery. A recognised perioperative or operating department qualification is desirable, together with demonstrable knowledge of orthopaedic instrumentation, implants, prostheses and sterile techniques. You must be confident working in a fast-paced environment, able to prioritise effectively and committed to maintaining high clinical standards.
Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills are essential. You should demonstrate a professional, compassionate approach, a willingness to support service development and the ability to work flexibly across theatre lists, including occasional weekends or extended hours where required.
