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Major Orthopaedic Scrub - Lower Limb (Hips + Knees)
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Operating Department Practitioner or Registered Nurse to join a busy orthopaedic theatre team as a Major Orthopaedic Scrub practitioner, specialising in lower-limb procedures including hip and knee surgery. This role would suit a motivated, clinically skilled professional who is committed to maintaining high standards of patient care and theatre practice.
You will be responsible for providing effective scrub support throughout elective and urgent orthopaedic procedures, working closely with surgeons, anaesthetic colleagues, healthcare assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team. Duties will include preparing theatres and specialist equipment, checking instrumentation and implants, maintaining strict aseptic technique, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and supporting safe patient positioning and transfer.
You will contribute to the safe and efficient running of the operating department by completing surgical safety checks, accurately accounting for swabs, instruments and sharps, managing specimens, documenting care and responding appropriately to clinical changes. You will also help maintain stock levels, check equipment, report faults, support infection prevention procedures and contribute to continuous improvement within the theatre environment.
Applicants should hold current professional registration as an Operating Department Practitioner or Registered Nurse and have substantial experience in orthopaedic scrub practice, particularly in hip and knee surgery. Knowledge of major joint replacement procedures, orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and relevant infection prevention standards is essential. Experience of working across a range of theatre specialities, including trauma and emergency cases, would be advantageous.
You will need excellent communication and organisational skills, a calm and adaptable approach, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. A strong commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, teamwork and professional development is required. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in service development, support learners and junior colleagues, and contribute to a flexible rota that may include early starts, late finishes, weekends or on-call duties.
