Cromwell Hospital

Theatre Practitioner Scrub - Cardiac

The closing date is 17 December 2026

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Job summary

Our main adult theatre is a busy and dynamic environment, setting the benchmark for clinical excellence. We have 6 operating suites catering for Cardiac, Orthopaedics, ENT and Ophthalmic,Da Vinci Surgery, Thoracic and Liver, Plastics, General/Vascular, Urology and Gynaecology. We work with surgeons who are the best in their specialities carrying out simple to the more complex surgeries.

At Bupa, were proud to offer access to our state-of-the-art Clinical Training Academy in Staines a cutting-edge space for immersive learning, innovation and growth. With advanced simulation labs, XR and VR tech, and digital training environments, its where were shaping the future of healthcare

Main duties of the job

Your role as a Theatre Practitioner - Scrub Nurse (Cardiac) is to ensure that we provide the best quality service in a pleasant environment for both staff and patients whilst ensuring that a high quality, cost effective service is delivered to patients and consultant users. Youll work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, being flexible and supporting with shared tasks.

  • Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate peri-operative patient care.

  • Participate in the delegation and supervision of junior grades, non-registered and less experienced staff.

  • Create and maintain legible and accurate records of care in accordance with BUPA and the Cromwell Hospitals local policies and procedures.

  • Assist in the positioning and preparation of a patient as directed by the surgical team and ensure that any specimens are correctly labelled and dispatched to the laboratory.

  • Help to control cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and asepsis.

  • Prepare patients for clinical/ operative procedures, both in anaesthetics and surgery.

  • Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the theatre suite, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives.

About us

Benefits

Our benefits are driven by what matters to our people. Its important to us that these benefits support a work-life balance that keeps people healthy, both mentally and physically. As a Theatre Practitioner youll be eligible for:

  • *£3000 Golden Hello, or £5000 towards relocation expenses.

  • Payment of professional registration fees

  • Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell. Plus Bank Holidays

  • Enhanced pension and life insurance

  • Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work

  • Discounted access to online gym sessions

  • Annual Health Services Bonus Scheme

  • Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind

  • Option to join dental insurance scheme at a discounted rate

  • Access to our Digital GP platform on you mobile

  • Emotional wellbeing support

  • Access to family mental health line

  • Financial wellbeing channels

  • Support for carers

Why Bupa?

Were a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.

Details

Date posted

19 January 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialist

Salary

£35,964 to £45,480 a year Golden Hello of £3000, or £5000 towards Domestic Relocation Costs

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0204-26-0004

Job locations

164-178 Cromwell Road

London

SW5 0TU


Job description

Job responsibilities

Your role as a Theatre Practitioner - Scrub Nurse (Cardiac) is to ensure that we provide the best quality service in a pleasant environment for both staff and patients whilst ensuring that a high quality, cost effective service is delivered to patients and consultant users. Youll work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, being flexible and supporting with shared tasks.

  • Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate peri-operative patient care.

  • Participate in the delegation and supervision of junior grades, non-registered and less experienced staff.

  • Create and maintain legible and accurate records of care in accordance with BUPA and the Cromwell Hospitals local policies and procedures.

  • Assist in the positioning and preparation of a patient as directed by the surgical team and ensure that any specimens are correctly labelled and dispatched to the laboratory.

  • Help to control cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and asepsis.

  • Prepare patients for clinical/ operative procedures, both in anaesthetics and surgery.

  • Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the theatre suite, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your role as a Theatre Practitioner - Scrub Nurse (Cardiac) is to ensure that we provide the best quality service in a pleasant environment for both staff and patients whilst ensuring that a high quality, cost effective service is delivered to patients and consultant users. Youll work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, being flexible and supporting with shared tasks.

  • Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate peri-operative patient care.

  • Participate in the delegation and supervision of junior grades, non-registered and less experienced staff.

  • Create and maintain legible and accurate records of care in accordance with BUPA and the Cromwell Hospitals local policies and procedures.

  • Assist in the positioning and preparation of a patient as directed by the surgical team and ensure that any specimens are correctly labelled and dispatched to the laboratory.

  • Help to control cross infection by observing departmental policy regarding dress, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures and asepsis.

  • Prepare patients for clinical/ operative procedures, both in anaesthetics and surgery.

  • Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the theatre suite, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RN 1st level Registration Adult and/or Children / Diploma or Degree in Health Care Studies / ODP Level 3 NVQ / ODA 752.
  • Cardiac scrub nurse experience from UK hospital.
  • Proven recent perioperative experience
  • Ability to deliver high standards of care.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RN 1st level Registration Adult and/or Children / Diploma or Degree in Health Care Studies / ODP Level 3 NVQ / ODA 752.
  • Cardiac scrub nurse experience from UK hospital.
  • Proven recent perioperative experience
  • Ability to deliver high standards of care.

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

Cromwell Hospital

Address

164-178 Cromwell Road

London

SW5 0TU


Employer's website

https://careers.bupa.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cromwell Hospital

Address

164-178 Cromwell Road

London

SW5 0TU


Employer's website

https://careers.bupa.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Serina Kapoor

serina.kapoor@bupa.com

Details

Date posted

19 January 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialist

Salary

£35,964 to £45,480 a year Golden Hello of £3000, or £5000 towards Domestic Relocation Costs

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0204-26-0004

Job locations

164-178 Cromwell Road

London

SW5 0TU


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