Theatre Practitioner

A leading West Sussex hospital is now looking for a Registered Nurse (RN Adult) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) to join the team as a Theatre Practitioner – practising in a Scrub, Anaesthetics and/or Recovery capacity.

The hospital is rated “Good” in all areas by the CQC and has invested significantly in its operating theatres, creating an ultra-modern and well-equipped department able to offer a broad range of routine and advanced procedures in close coordination with comprehensive on-site imaging and physiotherapy services.

Patients can be assured of excellent and thorough pre-, peri- and post-operative care for procedures across diverse clinical specialities; you’ll be supporting surgical interventions.

This is a permanent role for a Theatre Practitioner (RN Adult or ODP), ideally full-time.

Part-time may also be considered. Bank hours are also available.

Salary dependent on experience – trauma and orthopaedic experience will be highly beneficial.

Person specification:

(Essential) Registration with the NMC (Registered Nurse, RN Adult) or the HCPC (Operating Department Practitioner, ODP)(Essential) A minimum of 12 months’ post-registration experience as a Theatre Practitioner(Desirable) Professional experience with trauma and orthopaedic surgeries

Benefits and enhancements include:

Private healthcare scheme, including cover for pre-existing conditions*Free on-site parkingSector-leading CPD opportunities (incl. industry-recognised qualifications and leadership development) with higher education partnersFriends & Family hospital discounts25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service (pro rata for part-time)Enhanced benefits for new parentsNon-contributory life assuranceAccess to substantial retail and leisure discounts, including the Blue Light CardEmployee Assistance Programme for wellbeing supportEmployee referral and recognition schemesAnd more!


  • Location: Worthing, West Sussex, England
  • Salary: £33k - 38k per year + DOE
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: Sterling Cross Ltd
  • Posted: 28-Mar-2025
  • Posted on: careers4a.com