Job summary
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Theatre Practitioner to join our dynamic Operating Theatres team at The Princess Grace Hospital, rated Good by the CQC. This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of Londons leading private hospitals, home to seven stateoftheart theatres including a hybrid theatre, a dedicated robotic surgery suite, and three laminar flow theatres supporting complex orthopaedic procedures.
You will work alongside worldclass surgeons and cuttingedge technology, including the Da Vinci Surgical System, with over 500 robotic procedures already completed across our sites. Our theatres offer a fastpaced, supportive and highly professional environment where your orthopaedic expertiseparticularly in major elective cases such as hips, knees, shoulders, replacements and revisionswill be valued and developed.
In this role, you will take the lead in running theatre lists, preparing and maintaining the sterile field, and ensuring safe, efficient surgical practice throughout the perioperative journey. You will also support and mentor junior colleagues, contributing to a collaborative culture that prioritises patient safety, team cohesion and clinical excellence.
At HCA UK, we care about your wellbeing, your career ambitions and your ability to deliver outstanding patient care. Join us and let us support you in achieving your best.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Role
As a Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding care to patients undergoing complex elective orthopaedic procedures, including hips, knees, shoulders, and revision surgeries. You will lead on running theatre lists, preparing theatres, and maintaining a safe, efficient, and well organised surgical environment.
Your specialist skills will be essential in preparing and managing the sterile field, supporting surgeons throughout procedures, and ensuring patient safety across every stage of the perioperative journey. You will also contribute to the development of the team by mentoring junior colleagues and sharing your clinical expertise.
Working collaboratively across the theatre suite, you will help foster a positive, supportive, and high performing environment. Above all, you will champion the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and patient centred care.
About us
About HCA Healthcare UK & The Princess Grace Hospital
HCA Healthcare UK is the countrys largest provider of privately funded healthcare, known for delivering exceptional patient care, advanced clinical practice and continuous investment in innovation. With a network of awardwinning hospitals, specialist centres and outpatient facilities, we bring together worldleading consultants, cuttingedge technology and a commitment to personalised, compassionate care.
The Princess Grace Hospital is one of HCA UKs flagship acute hospitals and a recognised centre of excellence in complex care. Located in the heart of London, it is home to seven stateoftheart operating theatres, including a hybrid theatre, a dedicated robotic surgery suite and multiple laminar flow theatres designed specifically for advanced orthopaedic surgery. Our teams work with internationally renowned surgeons and the latest surgical innovations, including the Da Vinci robotic system, supporting some of the most complex procedures performed in the private sector.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join our highly skilled Operating Theatres team at The Princess Grace Hospital. As one of Londons leading private hospitals, we deliver complex elective orthopaedic surgery supported by worldclass consultants, advanced technology and a strong multidisciplinary culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner with major orthopaedic scrub experience who is passionate about delivering exceptional perioperative care.
Part of HCA Healthcare UK, The Princess Grace Hospital is recognised for its excellence in complex care, innovation and patientcentred practice. Our seven stateoftheart theatres include a hybrid theatre, a dedicated robotic surgery suite and multiple laminar flow theatres designed for advanced orthopaedic procedures. We work with internationally renowned surgeons and cuttingedge technology, including the Da Vinci robotic system, supporting a wide range of major orthopaedic surgeries such as hips, knees, shoulders, replacements and revisions.
Our teams benefit from a supportive, collaborative environment where professional development, wellbeing and clinical excellence are prioritised. Joining us means becoming part of a hospital that invests in its people and empowers them to deliver outstanding care.
As a Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner, you will:
- Provide highquality, patientcentred care throughout the perioperative journey for a wide range of major elective orthopaedic procedures.
- Scrub for complex surgeries including hip, knee and shoulder operations, as well as joint replacements and revision procedures.
- Take responsibility for running theatre lists, ensuring theatres are prepared, equipped and compliant with safety and infectioncontrol standards.
- Prepare and maintain the sterile field, anticipating the needs of the surgical team and ensuring safe, efficient and effective practice at all times.
- Support the surgical team intraoperatively, demonstrating advanced knowledge of orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and specialist equipment.
- Act as a role model within the theatre suite, promoting best practice and upholding the highest standards of patient safety and clinical governance.
- Mentor, support and guide junior practitioners, contributing to their development and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Work collaboratively with anaesthetic, recovery and wider MDT colleagues to ensure seamless, highquality patient care.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement, audits and initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and theatre efficiency.
- Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to all regulatory, professional and organisational standards.
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
- Significant experience as a scrub practitioner in major elective orthopaedics.
- Strong knowledge of orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and surgical techniques.
- Ability to lead theatre lists and support the coordination of daily activity.
- Excellent communication, teamwork and problemsolving skills.
- Commitment to patient safety, high clinical standards and continuous improvement.
- A proactive, supportive and collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary team.
At HCA Healthcare UK, we care about your wellbeing, your professional growth and your ability to deliver the best possible care. You will benefit from:
- Access to advanced surgical technology and innovative clinical practice.
- Opportunities for funded training, development and career progression.
- A supportive, inclusive and forwardthinking team culture.
- Competitive salary and shift allowances.
- A workplace where your expertise is valued and your contribution truly matters.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner to join our highly skilled Operating Theatres team at The Princess Grace Hospital. As one of Londons leading private hospitals, we deliver complex elective orthopaedic surgery supported by worldclass consultants, advanced technology and a strong multidisciplinary culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner with major orthopaedic scrub experience who is passionate about delivering exceptional perioperative care.
Part of HCA Healthcare UK, The Princess Grace Hospital is recognised for its excellence in complex care, innovation and patientcentred practice. Our seven stateoftheart theatres include a hybrid theatre, a dedicated robotic surgery suite and multiple laminar flow theatres designed for advanced orthopaedic procedures. We work with internationally renowned surgeons and cuttingedge technology, including the Da Vinci robotic system, supporting a wide range of major orthopaedic surgeries such as hips, knees, shoulders, replacements and revisions.
Our teams benefit from a supportive, collaborative environment where professional development, wellbeing and clinical excellence are prioritised. Joining us means becoming part of a hospital that invests in its people and empowers them to deliver outstanding care.
As a Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner, you will:
- Provide highquality, patientcentred care throughout the perioperative journey for a wide range of major elective orthopaedic procedures.
- Scrub for complex surgeries including hip, knee and shoulder operations, as well as joint replacements and revision procedures.
- Take responsibility for running theatre lists, ensuring theatres are prepared, equipped and compliant with safety and infectioncontrol standards.
- Prepare and maintain the sterile field, anticipating the needs of the surgical team and ensuring safe, efficient and effective practice at all times.
- Support the surgical team intraoperatively, demonstrating advanced knowledge of orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and specialist equipment.
- Act as a role model within the theatre suite, promoting best practice and upholding the highest standards of patient safety and clinical governance.
- Mentor, support and guide junior practitioners, contributing to their development and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Work collaboratively with anaesthetic, recovery and wider MDT colleagues to ensure seamless, highquality patient care.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement, audits and initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and theatre efficiency.
- Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to all regulatory, professional and organisational standards.
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
- Significant experience as a scrub practitioner in major elective orthopaedics.
- Strong knowledge of orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and surgical techniques.
- Ability to lead theatre lists and support the coordination of daily activity.
- Excellent communication, teamwork and problemsolving skills.
- Commitment to patient safety, high clinical standards and continuous improvement.
- A proactive, supportive and collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary team.
At HCA Healthcare UK, we care about your wellbeing, your professional growth and your ability to deliver the best possible care. You will benefit from:
- Access to advanced surgical technology and innovative clinical practice.
- Opportunities for funded training, development and career progression.
- A supportive, inclusive and forwardthinking team culture.
- Competitive salary and shift allowances.
- A workplace where your expertise is valued and your contribution truly matters.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Post registration qualification or training in perioperative practice (desirable).
- Orthopaedic specific training or certification (desirable).
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as a Scrub Practitioner within a theatre environment.
- Proven experience in major elective orthopaedic surgery, including hips, knees, shoulders, replacements and revisions.
- Experience leading theatre lists and coordinating theatre activity.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor, support and develop junior staff.
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team in a fast paced acute setting.
- Experience with robotic or advanced surgical technologies (desirable).
- Skills & Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and surgical techniques.
- Excellent understanding of infection control, patient safety and perioperative standards.
- Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and maintain a safe, efficient sterile field.
- Confident in managing complex cases and responding effectively to changing clinical situations.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- High level of accuracy in documentation and adherence to governance requirements.
- Knowledge of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement processes.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Post registration qualification or training in perioperative practice (desirable).
- Orthopaedic specific training or certification (desirable).
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as a Scrub Practitioner within a theatre environment.
- Proven experience in major elective orthopaedic surgery, including hips, knees, shoulders, replacements and revisions.
- Experience leading theatre lists and coordinating theatre activity.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor, support and develop junior staff.
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team in a fast paced acute setting.
- Experience with robotic or advanced surgical technologies (desirable).
- Skills & Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and surgical techniques.
- Excellent understanding of infection control, patient safety and perioperative standards.
- Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and maintain a safe, efficient sterile field.
- Confident in managing complex cases and responding effectively to changing clinical situations.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- High level of accuracy in documentation and adherence to governance requirements.
- Knowledge of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement processes.
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).
