Job Description

The post holder will work as part of a theatre peri-operative, anaesthetic or recovery team.
To assist the trained Operating Theatre staff to care for patients undergoing surgery, examination or treatment, following the completion of relevant training.
Please be aware that this vacancy may close earlier than advertised if an adequate number of applicants are received.
Please note, any applicant who has previously applied for this role within the last 6 months, need not to apply again.
Also please note that this job vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered and to avoid disappointment, we advise submitting your application as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * TRANSPORTATION

• To prepare, clean and check patient trolley/bed.
• To convey patients between the ward and operating department.
• To assist with the safe lifting, turning and positioning of patients
• HOUSEKEEPING

• To help prepare, clean and stock the operating department and associated areas, prior to, during and after procedures.
• Provide general assistance to multi-disciplinary team in the operating rooms e.g. adjust lights, collect additional instruments and restock fluid cabinets
• TECHNICAL

• To undertake circulation duties e.g. tying gowns, opening sterile packs and assisting with swab, instrument and needle counts.
• Provide a messenger service within the department.
• To assist with the completion of documents and computer data .
• After receiving appropriate training, preparation of patients.
• Any other duties relevant to the post as assigned by Theatre Manager or their deputy
• PATIENT CARE

• To assist the qualified theatre staff to assess, implement, evaluate and record care given to patients undergoing surgery, examination or treatment.
• To assist in compiling the theatre register, recovery register and theatre computer information system.

On Call:
The post holder will be required to work in accordance with service needs. They will participate in the "on call" rota depending based on the requirements of the service.
About us
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. We offer planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally.
Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team.
The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace. Flexible working requests will be considered.
The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you.
Details
Date posted
13 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
303-7452161
Job locations
Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
Bristol Road South
Birmingham
B31 2AP
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description is designed to cover all aspects of operating theatre work and post holders will only be required to work in unfamiliar areas after receiving appropriate training.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the post holder as part of their ongoing development and performance management.
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information about the main duties of the job. Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description is designed to cover all aspects of operating theatre work and post holders will only be required to work in unfamiliar areas after receiving appropriate training.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the post holder as part of their ongoing development and performance management.
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information about the main duties of the job.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Demonstrate a knowledge of duties required for the post
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Recent Nursing Auxiliary or Care Assistant experience . Basic IT/computer skills
• Good communication skills. Enthusiastic. . Gets on well with people. . Works well in a Team. . Works well under pressure. . Copes with conflict. . Able to follow clear instructions and give feedback to senior staff
• Willing to learn new skills and develop personally and professionally
• Self motivated. . Able to work with little supervision. . .

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Health
Essential

• Able to stand for long periods Able to safely move heavy trays of instruments

Reliable
Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise own and others work.
• Good attendance record . Punctual . Acceptable to change.

Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Demonstrate a knowledge of duties required for the post
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Recent Nursing Auxiliary or Care Assistant experience . Basic IT/computer skills
• Good communication skills. Enthusiastic. . Gets on well with people. . Works well in a Team. . Works well under pressure. . Copes with conflict. . Able to follow clear instructions and give feedback to senior staff
• Willing to learn new skills and develop personally and professionally
• Self motivated. . Able to work with little supervision. . .

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Health
Essential

• Able to stand for long periods Able to safely move heavy trays of instruments

Reliable
Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise own and others work.
• Good attendance record . Punctual . Acceptable to change.

Skills Required