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Theatre Assistant | Shawfair Park Hospital | Theatres Permanent – Full time
Spire Shawfair Park Hospital is looking to recruit a Theatre Assistant join their fantastic Theatre team
Spire Shawfair Park Hospital is a modern, purpose-built private hospital located in south-east Edinburgh. As part of Spire Edinburgh Hospitals, it provides a comprehensive range of treatments, diagnostics, and specialist services, supported by experienced consultants and dedicated clinical teams. Since opening in 2010, the hospital has been delivering high-quality healthcare to patients across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and the Scottish Borders, offering excellent facilities, convenient access, and a strong focus on outstanding patient care.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Responsible for providing a range of support services to the Nurses and Consultants during procedures
- Assisting scrub nurses during procedures
- Provide patient support within the anaesthetics room
- Opening sterile packs
- Checking instruments
- Assisting with ordering equipment
- Maintenance of quality care delivery
- Understanding and contributing towards infection control
Who we're looking for:
- SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
- Experience working in Theatres would be beneficial
- We would be interested in candidates with experience in care
- Willing to learn and develop
- Passionate and motivated people
- Good level of communication and good written English
Benefits:
We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
More information on our range of benefits is included in the attached leaflet.
We're committed to people, both patients and staff. Join us, and you'll receive a warm welcome.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Sarah Whittaker on e-mail mail at [email protected]
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.
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