Job Description

Optegra has an exciting opportunity for a bank scrub nurse/theatre practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team in Newcastle. This rolepays up to

29ph

dependent on experience.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare

has been proudly recognised as

one of 115

Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times

. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

The Role

You will be responsible for participating in all aspects of the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway at Optegra. It goes without saying that you'll be passionate about provide excellent care to all patients. You will have specific responsibility for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team. This will also include peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital.

What You'll Need

Be a Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner

Have a current NMC/ODP registration with no restrictions

A qualification in Ophthalmology or Peri operative care

Previous experience in an Ophthalmology Theatre, minimum of one year

Have knowledge in private and operation settings.

You'll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door - and you'll have every opportunity to really make a difference. Take a look at our history and vision by clicking the following link: https://www.optegra.com/optegra-story/


Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We're welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.

Closing date:

Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.