Job Title: Senior Scrub Theatre Practitioner - Band 6
Department: Main Theatres
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
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.
As a charity, every surplus we generate is reinvested into our facilities, technology, research and people, helping us continue to provide exceptional care for our patients.
Our culture is shaped by our values: We Go Further, We Work As One, and We Personalise Care. These principles guide how we support one another, collaborate across teams and deliver outstanding patient experiences every day.
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 multidisciplinary 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
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Act as the Scrub Practitioner for a wide range of Orthopaedic procedures
- Support Consultants during surgery and undertake Surgical First Assistant duties where qualified
- Coordinate theatre activities to ensure operating lists run smoothly and efficiently
- Monitor equipment, implants and surgical consumables
- Support and mentor junior members of the theatre team
- Promote best practice, patient safety and clinical excellence
- Contribute to service improvement initiatives and quality projects
- Support the Theatre Leadership Team with the day to day management of the department
- Ensure 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:
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Current NMC or HCPC registration
- 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
- A 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:
"What has kept me at The London Clinic is the recognition I have received for my hard work. The support I provide to the department and the theatre team has always been consistent ever since I became a scrub practitioner a couple of years ago. I used to think that the small and hefty things I do each day at work would go unnoticed, but my colleagues, surgeons, anaesthetists, and other members of the team have recognised and appreciated my compassion and dedication in theatres.
I believe that it is very important when your work and value are recognised, it motivates you to continue working harder and wanting to contribute even more for the institution"
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:
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Private Medical Insurance
- Contributory pension scheme up to 20%
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Life assurance
- Interest free season ticket loan
- Family friendly policies
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Subsidised staff restaurant
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
How to Find Us
Our main hospital is based at:
20 Devonshire Place
London
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:
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Oxford Circus
- Bond Street
- Baker Street
- Great Portland Street
Apply Now
Whether you are looking to further develop your orthopaedic expertise, expand your leadership experience or work alongside some of the UK's leading consultants, The London Clinic offers the opportunity to build a rewarding and fulfilling career within a world class surgical environment.
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.
