OneWelbeck was founded by doctors and healthcare leaders who believe that there is a better way to deliver care. We are driving excellence and improving patient outcomes by breaking down the barriers that exist in today's healthcare system.
Our London flagship, OneWelbeck, is a specialist facility with eight floors of minimally invasive day surgery and outpatient diagnostics, procedures and consulting. Our specialty Centres include Imaging and Diagnostics, Pharmacy, Orthopaedics and Neurology, Endoscopy, Heart and Lung Health, ENT & Skin Health, Women's and Men's Health, Digestive Health and Health Assessment and Longevity.
Welbeck Health Partners are developing several other Centres across the UK and internationally.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Scrub Practitioner to join the team at OneWelbeck Orthopaedics & Neurology, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of procedures within our new Minimally Invasive Procedure Suite. The suite focuses on pain management injections, minor orthopaedic surgeries, and infusion therapies. The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high standards of patient care in a modern, patient-centred environment. This role offers excellent professional development opportunities within an innovative, growing service.
Key Responsibilities
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the operating theatre according to requirements of patient, physician, and procedure, including assembling and providing properly functioning equipment, supplies, and instruments
Works collaboratively with healthcare team and consultants to ensure preference cards are current and accurate
Carry out scrub duties according to policies and procedures, contributing to quality improvement, and promoting best evidence-based practice
Promote a patient-focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant healthcare professionals
Ensure appropriate and safe positioning of the patient throughout the procedure
Monitor and ensure aseptic technique is maintained at all times
Coordinate and manage traffic flow through theatre during procedures
Support the theatre team by managing equipment and supplies throughout the procedure and problem-solving as needed
Ensure sterility and/or high-level disinfection of instruments and supplies according to policy
Manage tissue and other specimens accurately in accordance with policy
Document accurately, legibly and in a timely manner in line with policy
Consider cost containment by ordering and using supplies economically and by managing efficient patient flow
Organise activities, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management
Undertake all activities professionally and proficiently, including surgical safety checks
Transport patients to and from Procedure Room, observing all policies and safety requirements
Proactively participate as a team member in all aspects of the surgical process
Actively participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities
Provide comfort and reassurance to patients, maintaining their privacy and dignity
Contribute to theatre equipment checks and report faults promptly
Assist in implementing clinical protocols and patient safety procedures such as WHO checklists
Participate in multidisciplinary team huddles and contribute to feedback and service development
Adhere to the professional code of conduct
Candidate Profile
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (essential) or Registered ODP with scrub training and HCPC registration
A minimum of 1 year post-registration experience in a theatre setting (essential)
Current BLS certification (essential); ILS certification (preferred)
Experience in providing safe and effective intraoperative service in various specialities (desirable)
Experience in independent problem solving in a surgical setting (desirable)
Key Skills
Excellent organisational skills
The ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
The ability to set, implement and evaluate standards of practice
The ability to work across functions and manage pressure
Strong numeracy and literacy skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: 40,000.00-44,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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