Job summary This is a full-time position, with 37.5 hours per week, typically worked over 4 days. There may be flexibility needed with days and weekends, depending on the business's needs. We encourage travel to other local sites to support your training and development. Travel may also be required to support activity in the region. We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help. Are you a Theatre Practitioner who wants to continue helping people but need a better work life balance? If yes, then CHEC is your employer of choice We have an exciting opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK. Main duties of the job Theatre Practitioners in CHEC focus on patient centric care and participate in the entire pathways for all patients from pre-admission, surgery, and post-operative management within our Ophthalmology service. Applicants must have a valid NMC or HCPC pin to apply. Our highly skilled surgeons operate on 20-30 patients per list and our Theatre Practitioners are essential to the efficient running of the hospital and providing high-quality patient care. Ideally you will have proven experience scrubbing in ophthalmic theatres, however our clinical education team are happy to provide training and mentorship for your transition into working within our CHEC sites. About us Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care. CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England, including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services. CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment, this includes being aware of and adhering to all CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with the NHS Employment Check Standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Date posted 10 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number CHE1091241 Job locations 85-87 Queensway Stevenage SG1 1EB Job description Job responsibilities Establish a safe and compassionate environment by providing support to patients, friends, and families. Prepare clinical areas for clinical activities daily. Assist surgeons in the delivery of ophthalmic care. Provide admission and discharge of patients on theatre days. Participate in departmental audits. Work closely with surgeons, theatre staff and other colleagues within the hospital to ensure smooth, efficient patient care. Job description Job responsibilities Establish a safe and compassionate environment by providing support to patients, friends, and families. Prepare clinical areas for clinical activities daily. Assist surgeons in the delivery of ophthalmic care. Provide admission and discharge of patients on theatre days. Participate in departmental audits. Work closely with surgeons, theatre staff and other colleagues within the hospital to ensure smooth, efficient patient care. Person Specification Experience Essential Previous theatre experience, (ophthalmic scrub experience is preferred but not essential. ) Valid NMC/HCPC Registration Have a strong ability to use a PC, with experience in the relevant software and systems A passion for delivering first rate patient safety and excellent care. To have effective listening, communication, and interpersonal skills. Teamworking skills Person Specification Experience Essential Previous theatre experience, (ophthalmic scrub experience is preferred but not essential. ) Valid NMC/HCPC Registration Have a strong ability to use a PC, with experience in the relevant software and systems A passion for delivering first rate patient safety and excellent care. To have effective listening, communication, and interpersonal skills. Teamworking skills 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 CHEC Address 85-87 Queensway Stevenage SG1 1EB Employer's website https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)