About this role
Job summary
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We're looking for a skilled and motivated Surgical First Assistant to join our theatre team, where you'll play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality peri-operative care. Working closely with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider theatre team, you'll provide dedicated, hands-on support throughout the surgical journey, helping to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a modern, supportive environment where teamwork, clinical excellence and patient safety are at the heart of everything we do.
Main duties of the job
As our SFA, you will be:
Providing continuous support to the operating surgeon throughout surgical procedures Assisting with patient positioning, skin preparation and draping Handling tissues, providing retraction and assisting with haemostasis Supporting minimal access surgery through accurate camera manipulation Assisting with suturing, wound closure and application of dressings Leading or contributing to the WHO surgical safety checklist Ensuring accurate documentation and safe handling of specimens and equipment Acting as a patient advocate throughout the intra-operative phase Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary theatre team Supporting audit, education and service improvement initiatives
About us
As a registered nurse or operating department practitioner (ODP), you will also have:
Recognised Surgical First Assistant qualification At least 2 years experience as a scrub practitioner Strong knowledge of theatre practice, clinical governance and patient safety Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ability to work independently and prioritise workload in a busy theatre environment Commitment to ongoing professional development and high standards of care A flexible, positive approach and a strong focus on patient experience What you can expect in return;
A salary of £54,351.03 per annum An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays The support you need to grow in your role To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, [email protected] our friendly resourcing team.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered nurse or operating department practitioner (ODP) Recognised Surgical First Assistant qualification At least 2 years experience as a scrub practitioner Strong knowledge of theatre practice, clinical governance and patient safety Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ability to work independently and prioritise workload in a busy theatre environment Commitment to ongoing professional development and high standards of care A flexible, positive approach and a strong focus on patient experience
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 Practice Plus Group
Address Barley Lane
Ilford
Essex
IG3 8YY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)