Senior Theatre Practitioner/ SFA

  • Location

    Goring-by-Sea

  • Sector:

    Hospital, Orthopedics, Theatre

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £38000 - £42000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Tom Stock

  • Contact email:

    tom@healthrecruitnetwork.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    020 7193 4003

  • Job ref:

    JR102473

  • Published:

    3 months ago

  • Expiry date:

    2024-10-22

  • Startdate:

    2024-08-01

Surgical First Assistant - Private Hospital - Up to £42,000 - Full time - West Sussex


The Private Hospital in West Sussex is part of The UK's Largest Private Hospital Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

The Private Hospital Group is proud to be recognised as one of the UK's top 5 best big companies to work for as well as top 5 to work for in the health and social care sector.

We have an opportunity for a Surgical First Assistant to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.

This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.


Applicants should meet the following criteria:

  • Registered Practitioner with NMC or HCPC registration.
  • ILS.
  • Mentorship qualification.
  • Maths, English GCSE at grades A to C or equivalent functional skills level 2 evidence.
  • Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of software and systems.
  • Experience in customer care, including interacting with customers in challenging situations.
  • Previous experience working within an acute healthcare environment.

Duties of this role include:

  • Deliver safe quality care for patients during their perioperative phase of care. Support and assist in the management and organisation of care provision within the Operating Department.
  • Assist in the delivery of patient care.
  • Contribute to quality improvement.
  • Develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of others and self.
  • Apply and promote best evidence-based practice within own scope of practice.
  • Apply legislation, policies, and procedures correctly.
  • Maintain knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, ensuring appropriate measures are taken in respect of Health and Safety for patients, relatives, visitors, hospital staff, and contractors.
  • Achieve agreed objectives and demonstrate The Private Hospital Group behaviours at all times.
  • Assemble, check, and prepare the appropriate surgical equipment, instruments, and consumables for a wide range of operative procedures.

Salary & Benefits
  • 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
  • Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
  • Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
  • Non-contributory life insurance
  • Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
  • Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
  • Employee recognition programmes
  • Industry-leading training and development opportunities


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Contact Details:

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Tom Stock direct on 020 3800 1852 . Alternatively apply for the role with your CV to get the ball rolling!


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