Orthopaedic Scrub Nurses

Sirona Medical are currently recruiting experienced Orthopaedic Scrub Nurses to work within a busy NHS hospital in Scotland.

We are looking for skilled and confident Orthopaedic Scrub Nurses with proven experience in major orthopaedic surgery, specifically Total Hip Replacements (THR) and Total Knee Replacements (TKR).

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioners seeking ongoing, regular shifts with Sirona Medical.

Applicants MUST have recent, hands-on orthopaedic scrub experience in total hip and total knee replacement surgery. General scrub experience alone will not be sufficient for this position.

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Proven experience working as an Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse within NHS or UK hospital theatres.
• Essential:
  Experience scrubbing for Total Hip Replacements (THR) and Total Knee Replacements (TKR).
• Strong knowledge of major orthopaedic surgical procedures, instruments, implants and equipment.
• Experience assisting Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons during major joint replacement procedures.
• Confident working independently as an Orthopaedic Scrub Practitioner within a busy theatre environment.
• Understanding of infection prevention, sterile techniques and patient safety.
• Minimum 6 months' relevant NHS experience.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary orthopaedic theatre team.

• Scrubbing for elective Total Hip Replacement and Total Knee Replacement procedures.
• Preparing and managing specialist orthopaedic instruments, implants and equipment.
• Supporting Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons throughout major joint replacement surgery.
• Maintaining high standards of sterile technique and theatre safety.
• Ensuring the smooth running of orthopaedic operating lists.
• Working closely with anaesthetic practitioners, circulating staff and recovery teams.

Sirona Medical is an established healthcare recruitment agency supplying experienced healthcare professionals to NHS hospitals and private healthcare providers throughout the UK.

Sirona Medical has an excellent reputation for providing reliable, experienced and highly skilled healthcare professionals across a range of specialist areas, including Orthopaedic Scrub Nursing, Theatre Nursing, Operating Department Practitioners, Anaesthetics and Recovery.

With over 60 years of combined recruitment experience, Sirona Medical prides itself on offering a friendly, professional and personal recruitment service.

At Sirona Medical, you will deal directly with an experienced healthcare recruiter who understands the demands of working in busy NHS orthopaedic theatres.