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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 surgery, including hip and knee procedures. You will join a busy operating theatre team and play a key role in delivering safe, efficient and compassionate care throughout the peri-operative pathway.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary theatre team, you will provide expert scrub support for primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty, trauma procedures and other complex lower limb operations. Your responsibilities will include preparing the operating theatre, checking instruments and equipment, maintaining aseptic technique, anticipating the needs of the surgeon and ensuring that procedures are carried out safely and efficiently.
You will undertake accurate swab, needle and instrument counts; handle implants and specialist equipment appropriately; complete all required documentation; and contribute to the safe transfer and handover of patients. You will also be expected to support circulating duties when required, assist with theatre preparation and turnaround, and identify and escalate any concerns relating to patient safety, equipment or infection prevention.
The successful candidate will hold current professional registration as a Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner, with substantial scrub experience in major orthopaedics, particularly hip and knee surgery. Sound knowledge of peri-operative practice, surgical instrumentation, implants, infection prevention and relevant national standards is essential. Experience of supporting junior colleagues, students or newly appointed staff would be advantageous.
You will be organised, calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential, together with a professional and compassionate approach to patient care. You must be willing to participate in service development, clinical audit, education and continuous improvement activities, and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high standards of practice and confidentiality.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing orthopaedic service while developing your specialist theatre skills. Flexible working, including shifts covering a range of operating lists, may be required.
