About this role
Job summary This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated theatre professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and supporting complex orthopaedic procedures within one of the UK's leading independent charitable hospitals. Working alongside renowned Orthopaedic Consultants and a highly experienced MDT team, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high quality perioperative care while providing leadership and support to colleagues within the theatres.
Main duties of the job This role sits within our Orthopaedic team, where you will spend the majority of your time supporting a varied orthopaedic caseload, including major joint replacement surgery, complex revision procedures, spinal surgery, sports injury surgery and other specialist orthopaedic interventions. However, as part of a collaborative theatre department, you will also be expected to support other specialties as service needs require.
About us Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals and an independent charity. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, supporting medical innovation and investing in our people.
Our 1,000+ colleagues work across a wide range of clinical and non clinical services, united by a shared commitment to delivering the highest standards of care and service. We are proud to be the only independent healthcare provider included in the Top 10 of the Financial Times' UK Best Employers Survey 2026.
Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: Senior Scrub Theatre Practitioner Salary: Competitive Hours: 37.5 Contract: Permanent Shifts: Monday to Saturday rotation, including early shifts, late shifts, weekends and participation in the on call rota Join Our Orthopaedic Theatre Team We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join our Orthopaedic Theatres team at The London Clinic. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated theatre professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and supporting complex orthopaedic procedures within one of the UK's leading independent charitable hospitals. Orthopaedic experience is essential for this role, and applicants must have previous Band 6 experience within a theatre setting. About Us Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals and an independent charity. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, supporting medical innovation and investing in our people. Our 1,000+ colleagues work across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical services, united by a shared commitment to delivering the highest standards of care and service. We are proud to be the only independent healthcare provider included in the Top 10 of the Financial Times' UK Best Employers Survey 2026. The Role Our Theatre department consists of 10 operating theatres, supporting a wide range of elective and complex surgical procedures across multiple specialties. The Orthopaedic service is a key part of the department, working alongside leading consultants and MDT teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. This role sits within our Orthopaedic team, where you will spend the majority of your time supporting a varied orthopaedic caseload, including major joint replacement surgery, complex revision procedures, spinal surgery, sports injury surgery and other specialist orthopaedic interventions. However, as part of a collaborative theatre department, you will also be expected to support other specialties as service needs require. You will work within a modern theatre environment equipped with advanced surgical technology, including robotic surgery. In March 2026, The London Clinic made medical history by becoming the first hospital in the UK to successfully perform remote robot assisted telesurgery, with a surgeon in London operating on a patient in Gibraltar over 2,400km away. This groundbreaking achievement reflects our commitment to innovation and provides our theatre teams with the opportunity to work at the forefront of surgical advancement and emerging technologies. The role offers exposure to complex cases and advanced surgical techniques, providing excellent opportunities to further develop your orthopaedic expertise while working alongside some of the UK's leading surgeons. Alongside your clinical responsibilities, you will act as a senior member of the team, supporting the day to day coordination of theatre activities, mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to the ongoing development of services within the department. Key Responsibilities
Act as the Scrub Practitioner for a wide range of Orthopaedic proceduresSupport Consultants during surgery and undertake Surgical First Assistant duties where qualifiedCoordinate theatre activities to ensure operating lists run smoothly and efficientlyMonitor equipment, implants and surgical consumablesSupport and mentor junior members of the theatre teamPromote best practice, patient safety and clinical excellenceContribute to service improvement initiatives and quality projectsSupport the Theatre Leadership Team with the day to day management of the departmentEnsure the highest standards of perioperative patient care are maintained at all times What We're Looking For We are keen to hear from experienced theatre professionals who can demonstrate: Current NMC or HCPC registrationStrong Orthopaedic Scrub experiencePrevious Band 6 experience within an operating theatre environmentExperience leading and supporting teamsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsThe ability to work effectively in a fast paced surgical environmentA Surgical First Assistant qualification would be advantageous. A Word From Our Team To give you a real insight into what it is like to work within our Theatre teams, here is what Oreene Sunglao, Senior Theatre Practitioner, says about their experience at The London Clinic: "I joined The London Clinic because of its reputation for high quality patient care and advanced surgical services, but what has kept me here is the people. The support within the theatre team is something I noticed straight away. Everyone works together and your contribution is genuinely valued. Working within the theatre environment means there is always something new to learn. You are constantly building your skills, gaining exposure to a wide variety of procedures and working with advanced technologies, including robotic surgery. I originally thought I would stay for only 2 or 3 years to gain experience in private healthcare before moving on elsewhere. However, I have now celebrated my fourth year at The London Clinic and I still feel excited about the opportunities available and continuing to develop my skills as a Scrub Practitioner." What We Offer At The London Clinic, we recognise that our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to supporting our colleagues both professionally and personally through a wide range of benefits, including: Private Medical InsuranceContributory pension scheme up to 20%25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysLife assuranceInterest free season ticket loanFamily friendly policiesRetail and lifestyle discountsSubsidised staff restaurantOngoing training and development opportunities Our main hospital is based at: 20 Devonshire Place, W1G 6BW Located in the heart of Marylebone, close to Harley Street and London's renowned medical district, The London Clinic is easily accessible by public transport and within walking distance of: Oxford CircusBond StreetBaker StreetGreat Portland Street Apply Now If you are an experienced Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner with Band 6 experience and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to delivering exceptional care and shaping the future of healthcare. We are committed to safeguarding adults at risk, children, and young people through robust safer recruitment practices. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks, and successful applicants may be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check. The London Clinic values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. If you have the skills and experience for the role, we encourage you to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Current NMC or HCPC registration * A Surgical First Assistant qualification would be advantageous.
Experience Essential
* Strong Orthopaedic Scrub experience * Significant post registration theatre experience * Previous Band 6 experience within an operating theatre environment * Experience leading and supporting teams * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * A commitment to delivering outstanding patient care * The ability to work effectively in a fast paced surgical environment
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.
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Employer details Employer name The London Clinic
Address 20 Devonshire Place
West End
W1G 6JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.thelondonclinic.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)