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Major Orthopaedic Scrub - Lower Limb (Hips + Knees)
An opportunity is available for an experienced Major Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner specialising in lower-limb surgery, including hip and knee procedures. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary theatre team, supporting safe, efficient and high-quality care throughout the patient journey.
Responsibilities will include preparing and checking the operating theatre, instrumentation, implants and equipment for major orthopaedic procedures. You will act as a scrub practitioner during elective and urgent surgery, anticipating the needs of the surgeon and wider theatre team. You will also support circulating duties when required, maintain accurate records, participate in surgical counts and ensure all procedures are carried out in accordance with infection prevention, patient safety and local clinical policies.
The role will involve working closely with surgeons, anaesthetic colleagues, operating department practitioners, nurses and healthcare support workers. You will contribute to effective team communication, the safe handling and tracking of implants, specimen management, stock control and the preparation of equipment for future cases. A commitment to maintaining a clean, organised and safe theatre environment is essential.
Applicants should hold current professional registration as a registered nurse or operating department practitioner, with relevant post-registration experience in orthopaedic theatres. Substantial experience scrubbing for hip and knee replacement surgery is required, together with sound knowledge of major orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and associated procedures. Experience in trauma and emergency orthopaedics would be advantageous.
You must be able to demonstrate excellent clinical judgement, attention to detail and the ability to remain calm and effective in a busy theatre environment. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, as is a professional, compassionate and patient-focused approach. You will be expected to support junior colleagues, contribute to service development and undertake mandatory and role-specific training as required.
This position may include varied shift patterns, including weekends, evenings or on-call duties, depending on service requirements. In return, the role offers the opportunity to develop your specialist orthopaedic theatre experience within a supportive and collaborative clinical team.
