Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Theatre Scrub Practitioner

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital View all jobs


North East England
Permanent
GP/General Practitioner
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year

Posted 3 day(s) ago

Reference: 2383949


Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for you to join a highly motivated multidisciplinary team delivering patient centred care, with emphasis on quality and patient safety. You will specialise in the scrub practitioner role in our busy theatre unit. Our theatre team is committed to ensuring that staff are trained to meet the demands of their role through a competency based training programme. We have a dedicated Training and Development Officer. We offer a personalised induction programme, supernumerary status for a minimum of three months and clinical courses to help you reach your potential. You will be enthusiastic, motivated and willing to learn a wide range of skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to work as part of a team.

PLEASE NOTE APPLICANTS MUST HOLD FULL UK REGISTRATION WITH EITHER HCPC OR NMC. THOSE WITH PARTIAL REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. * Previous applicants need not apply*

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a willingness and capability to learn new skills. A minimum of three months experience in theatre practice is desirable.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated staff to join our highly skilled teams. We have opportunities available at Band 5 Scrub Nursing Team and for both Nurses and ODP's at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

We have 8 cardiac/thoracic theatres, endoscopy room and a recovery unit with a fantastic team of theatre nurses and ODP's. We are incredibly busy following the Covid-19 pandemic with both elective and emergency pathways and cover various specialities including Cardiac, Thoracic, Aortic, Vascular, ACHD, etc.

About us

As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

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Details
Date posted

05 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

410-SUR-8328817

Job locations

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Liverpool

L14 3PE

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

Assess plan, implement and evaluate programmes of evidence- based care.

Assist in the management and organisation of a clinical area.

Contribute to the development and supervision of other staff members.

Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

Manage the safe and effective use of resources.

Participates in the education and development of other staff member

Job description
Job responsibilities

Assess plan, implement and evaluate programmes of evidence- based care.

Assist in the management and organisation of a clinical area.

Contribute to the development and supervision of other staff members.

Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

Manage the safe and effective use of resources.

Participates in the education and development of other staff member

Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
  • Registered Nurse/ODP
  • Requirement to undertake specialty specific CPD
  • Professional Body Mentorship (NMC/ HCPC)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
  • Previous Theatre Experience (min 12 months)
Desirable
  • Previous Cardiothoracic Experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
  • Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development
  • Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken word
  • Ability to communicate in a variety of settings and with multiple members of the MDT
  • able to present factual information and deal with questions
  • Able to maintain accurate patient records
  • Possess basic computer skills
  • Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting
Values and Behaviours
Essential
  • Excellent
  • Compassionate
  • Safe
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
  • Registered Nurse/ODP
  • Requirement to undertake specialty specific CPD
  • Professional Body Mentorship (NMC/ HCPC)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
  • Previous Theatre Experience (min 12 months)
Desirable
  • Previous Cardiothoracic Experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
  • Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development
  • Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken word
  • Ability to communicate in a variety of settings and with multiple members of the MDT
  • able to present factual information and deal with questions
  • Able to maintain accurate patient records
  • Possess basic computer skills
  • Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting
Values and Behaviours
Essential
  • Excellent
  • Compassionate
  • Safe
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

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Address

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Liverpool

L14 3PE

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details
Employer name

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Address

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Liverpool

L14 3PE

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)