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Major Orthopaedic Scrub - Lower Limb (Hips + Knees)
An experienced and motivated Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner is required to support major lower-limb procedures, with a particular focus on hip and knee surgery. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary theatre team, delivering safe, efficient and compassionate care throughout the perioperative pathway.
Your responsibilities will include preparing the operating theatre, instruments, implants and equipment for elective and emergency orthopaedic procedures. You will scrub for major hip and knee operations, maintaining a sterile field and anticipating the needs of the surgeon and wider theatre team. You will also undertake instrument, swab and needle counts, support the safe handling of specimens, complete relevant documentation and contribute to effective communication during surgical safety briefings and the World Health Organization checklist.
You will be expected to help maintain high standards of infection prevention, equipment safety and patient care, reporting any concerns promptly. The role will involve working closely with anaesthetic and recovery colleagues, supporting the positioning, transfer and dignity of patients, and assisting with the preparation and care of specialist orthopaedic equipment. You may also contribute to stock control, implant traceability, theatre audits, service improvement and the supervision or development of less experienced colleagues and learners.
Applicants should hold current professional registration as a Theatre Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner, with relevant experience in an orthopaedic operating theatre. Substantial experience scrubbing for major lower-limb procedures, including hip and knee arthroplasty, is essential. Knowledge of orthopaedic instruments, implants, cemented and uncemented techniques, and the principles of aseptic practice is required.
You will need excellent organisational and communication skills, a calm and adaptable approach, and the ability to work safely under pressure. A strong commitment to patient safety, teamwork, professional development and continuous improvement is essential. The successful candidate must be able to participate in a theatre rota, including weekends, evenings or on-call duties where required.
