Theatre Practitioner - Ophthalmology
Core
Assist surgical teams in ophthalmology theatre by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, supporting anaesthetists, and providing post-operative care.
Role type
Theatre Practitioner (Nurse or ODP)
Builds
Safe and efficient surgical lists for complex eye surgery
Domain
Private healthcare / Ophthalmology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Instrument preparation, sterility maintenance, airway management, patient monitoring, pain management, infection control, manual handling
Preferred skills
Experience in scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery areas
Responsibilities
Set up operating theatres, check surgical and anaesthetic equipment, work within a multidisciplinary team, ensure patient readiness for discharge
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, clinical staff