The London Clinic

Theatre Scrub Practitioner - MITU Day Surgery Theatre

The closing date is 01 September 2025

Job summary

* Prepare, assemble and check surgical equipment, instruments, consumables, and drugs for a wide range of operative procedures. * Undertake the scrub role in a professional and proficient manner, including conducting mandatory surgical checks before, during, and after procedures. * Support the safe transfer and positioning of patients in line with best practice and manual handling guidelines.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the delivery of safe, high-quality care in the Operating Department, with a particular focus on Urology, Gynaecology and ENT procedures. Working as part of the MITU teams, the Scrub Practitioner will prepare, manage, and maintain surgical equipment, support the surgical team during procedures, and uphold the highest standards of perioperative practice. The role involves direct patient care, quality improvement activities, mentorship of junior staff, and active participation in service development.

About us

The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, renowned for delivering exceptional patient care. Our Main Theatres and MITU provide an extensive range of surgical services, supported by advanced technology and a strong commitment to professional development. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, access to funded training, and opportunities to expand your skills within specialist areas.

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

REQ100193

Job locations

20 Devonshire Place

West End

W1G 6BW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Band 5 Scrub Practitioner Department: Minimally Invasive Treatment Unit (MITU) Day Surgery Theatre Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday The role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 5 Registered Practitioner (Nurse or ODP) to join our expert team in the Minimally Invasive Treatment Unit (MITU) at The London Clinic. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside leading consultants and theatre teams, delivering high-quality perioperative care across a range of surgical specialties, with a focus on Urology, Gynaecology and ENT. You will play a vital role in preparing and managing surgical equipment, supporting procedures from start to finish, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care throughout the perioperative journey. You will play a vital role in preparing and managing surgical equipment, supporting procedures from start to finish, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care throughout the perioperative journey. About us Our Main Theatres and MITU are at the forefront of surgical innovation, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and designed to deliver both complex and minimally invasive procedures. MITU specialises in advanced techniques that promote faster recovery and improved patient outcomes. Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with eight state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. As a charity, we reinvest in cutting-edge treatments, technology, and facilities to benefit our patients, staff, and the wider community. We offer a comprehensive range of services, from complex medical and surgical procedures to specialist cancer care. The London Clinic is known for its supportive, collaborative culture where every contribution is valued, guided by our core values: We go further, We work as one, We personalise care. Key Duties

  • Prepare, assemble, and check surgical instruments, equipment, and consumables for a range of procedures, ensuring readiness for each surgical list.
  • Undertake the scrub role in a professional and proficient manner, including completing all mandatory surgical checks.
  • Support safe patient positioning and transfer before, during, and after procedures.
  • Act in the circulating role when required, maintaining safe and efficient theatre operations.
  • Maintain stock control and ensure equipment is in optimal working order.
  • Contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives and share ideas for service development.
  • Support and mentor junior colleagues, acting as a positive role model within the team.
  • Skills and Experience
  • Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
  • Minimum of one year's post-registration theatre experience.
  • Demonstrable scrub skills, ideally with experience in Urology, Gynaecology, and ENT.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Flexible, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Benefits We offer a range of benefits including flexible working and great career opportunities. Our core benefits are:
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Life assurance
  • Travel season ticket loan
  • Family friendly benefits
  • A range of retail discounts
  • Excellent career development, with clear pathways and access to further education
  • Apply Now We will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis. The advert may close early once all vacancies are filled, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Strictly no agency contact please. All direct applications will be considered in line with our recruitment process. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Job title: Band 5 Scrub Practitioner Department: Minimally Invasive Treatment Unit (MITU) Day Surgery Theatre Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday The role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 5 Registered Practitioner (Nurse or ODP) to join our expert team in the Minimally Invasive Treatment Unit (MITU) at The London Clinic. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside leading consultants and theatre teams, delivering high-quality perioperative care across a range of surgical specialties, with a focus on Urology, Gynaecology and ENT. You will play a vital role in preparing and managing surgical equipment, supporting procedures from start to finish, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care throughout the perioperative journey. You will play a vital role in preparing and managing surgical equipment, supporting procedures from start to finish, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care throughout the perioperative journey. About us Our Main Theatres and MITU are at the forefront of surgical innovation, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and designed to deliver both complex and minimally invasive procedures. MITU specialises in advanced techniques that promote faster recovery and improved patient outcomes. Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with eight state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. As a charity, we reinvest in cutting-edge treatments, technology, and facilities to benefit our patients, staff, and the wider community. We offer a comprehensive range of services, from complex medical and surgical procedures to specialist cancer care. The London Clinic is known for its supportive, collaborative culture where every contribution is valued, guided by our core values: We go further, We work as one, We personalise care. Key Duties

  • Prepare, assemble, and check surgical instruments, equipment, and consumables for a range of procedures, ensuring readiness for each surgical list.
  • Undertake the scrub role in a professional and proficient manner, including completing all mandatory surgical checks.
  • Support safe patient positioning and transfer before, during, and after procedures.
  • Act in the circulating role when required, maintaining safe and efficient theatre operations.
  • Maintain stock control and ensure equipment is in optimal working order.
  • Contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives and share ideas for service development.
  • Support and mentor junior colleagues, acting as a positive role model within the team.
  • Skills and Experience
  • Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
  • Minimum of one year's post-registration theatre experience.
  • Demonstrable scrub skills, ideally with experience in Urology, Gynaecology, and ENT.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Flexible, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Benefits We offer a range of benefits including flexible working and great career opportunities. Our core benefits are:
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Life assurance
  • Travel season ticket loan
  • Family friendly benefits
  • A range of retail discounts
  • Excellent career development, with clear pathways and access to further education
  • Apply Now We will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis. The advert may close early once all vacancies are filled, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Strictly no agency contact please. All direct applications will be considered in line with our recruitment process. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • * Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).

    Experience

    Essential

    • * Minimum 1-year post-registration theatre experience with demonstrable scrub skills.
    • * Experience in Urology, Gynaecology and/or ENT procedures.
    • * Understanding of perioperative care and infection prevention practices.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • * Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).

    Experience

    Essential

    • * Minimum 1-year post-registration theatre experience with demonstrable scrub skills.
    • * Experience in Urology, Gynaecology and/or ENT procedures.
    • * Understanding of perioperative care and infection prevention practices.

    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.

    Certificate of Sponsorship

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    From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

    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.

    Certificate of Sponsorship

    Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

    From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

    Employer details

    Employer name

    The London Clinic

    Address

    20 Devonshire Place

    West End

    W1G 6BW


    Employer's website

    https://www.thelondonclinic.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    The London Clinic

    Address

    20 Devonshire Place

    West End

    W1G 6BW


    Employer's website

    https://www.thelondonclinic.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Resourcing Business Partner

    Mita Vadgama

    M.Vadgama@thelondonclinic.co.uk

    Details

    Date posted

    12 August 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    REQ100193

    Job locations

    20 Devonshire Place

    West End

    W1G 6BW


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