Spire Healthcare Ltd

Perioperative Practitioner

The closing date is 01 February 2026

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Perioperative Practitioner with major orthopaedic scrub expertise to join our well-established theatre team. You will play a key role in supporting patients through their perioperative journey and ensuring the highest standards of care. Full or part time hours available.

Main duties of the job

Deliver exemplary planned care for patients during the perioperative stage. Assist in managing and organising care within the Scrub/Recovery team. Work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams. Assess patient needs, implement and evaluate care plans.

About us

Spire Norwich Hospital is renowned for delivering high-quality, comprehensive private healthcare. With 4 theatres, 2 wards (50 beds), and a dynamic outpatient and diagnostic imaging department, we provide a progressive and stimulating environment for our highly motivated team.

Details

Date posted

25 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

24186

Job locations

Old Watton Rd, Norwich NR4 7TD

Norwich

NR4 7TD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Perioperative Practitioner - Orthopaedic Scrub | Norwich | 37.5 or 30 hours per week | Monday - Friday | Rotational Weekends | Market Leading Salary | About Spire Norwich Hospital Spire Norwich Hospital is renowned for delivering high-quality, comprehensive private healthcare. With 4 theatres, 2 wards (50 beds), and a dynamic outpatient and diagnostic imaging department, we provide a progressive and stimulating environment for our highly motivated team. The Role We are seeking an experienced Perioperative Practitioner with major orthopaedic scrub expertise to join our well-established theatre team. You will play a key role in supporting patients through their perioperative journey and ensuring the highest standards of care. Key Responsibilities: - Deliver exemplary planned care for patients during the perioperative stage. - Assist in managing and organising care within the Scrub/Recovery team. - Work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams. - Assess patient needs, implement and evaluate care plans. What We're Looking For - HCPC registered ODP or NMC registered Nurse (no restrictions). - Minimum 1 year major orthopaedic scrub experience (hips, knees, shoulders, spinal). - Strong communication and organisational skills. - Flexible, positive attitude. - Desirable: Surgical First Assist (SFA) qualification - Full time 37.5 hours per week or Part time 30 hours per week Benefits We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: - 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays - Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options - 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers - Free Bupa wellness screening - Private medical insurance - Life assurance We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Job description

Job responsibilities

Perioperative Practitioner - Orthopaedic Scrub | Norwich | 37.5 or 30 hours per week | Monday - Friday | Rotational Weekends | Market Leading Salary | About Spire Norwich Hospital Spire Norwich Hospital is renowned for delivering high-quality, comprehensive private healthcare. With 4 theatres, 2 wards (50 beds), and a dynamic outpatient and diagnostic imaging department, we provide a progressive and stimulating environment for our highly motivated team. The Role We are seeking an experienced Perioperative Practitioner with major orthopaedic scrub expertise to join our well-established theatre team. You will play a key role in supporting patients through their perioperative journey and ensuring the highest standards of care. Key Responsibilities: - Deliver exemplary planned care for patients during the perioperative stage. - Assist in managing and organising care within the Scrub/Recovery team. - Work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams. - Assess patient needs, implement and evaluate care plans. What We're Looking For - HCPC registered ODP or NMC registered Nurse (no restrictions). - Minimum 1 year major orthopaedic scrub experience (hips, knees, shoulders, spinal). - Strong communication and organisational skills. - Flexible, positive attitude. - Desirable: Surgical First Assist (SFA) qualification - Full time 37.5 hours per week or Part time 30 hours per week Benefits We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: - 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays - Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options - 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers - Free Bupa wellness screening - Private medical insurance - Life assurance We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • ODP OR Nursing degree

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum 1 year major orthopaedic scrub experience (hips, knees, shoulders, spinal).
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • ODP OR Nursing degree

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum 1 year major orthopaedic scrub experience (hips, knees, shoulders, spinal).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Old Watton Rd, Norwich NR4 7TD

Norwich

NR4 7TD


Employer's website

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Old Watton Rd, Norwich NR4 7TD

Norwich

NR4 7TD


Employer's website

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Resourcing Partner

Serena Phillips

Sarena.phillips2@spirehealthcare.com

+447395791479

Details

Date posted

25 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

24186

Job locations

Old Watton Rd, Norwich NR4 7TD

Norwich

NR4 7TD


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