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Theatre Practitioner
The closing date is 15 March 2026
Join our dedicated Theatre team at Victoria Hospital Wimborne delivering exemptional elective care.
You will be working in a modern, purpose built environment alongside a close-knit team who share a commitment to excellent patient outcomes, safety and collaborative working.
You will play a vital role in ensuring smooth, safe and high quality theatre operations.
This is a part time post of 25 hours per week.The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Main duties of the job
Supporting and delivering safe patient care throughout the perioperative journey.
Assisting with surgical procedures across a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, ENT, Gynaecology and General surgery.
Assisting in equipment management, stock control and ensuing compliance with Infection prevention standards.
Participating in clinical audits, data collection and driving improvements in theatre practice.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
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Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training
* Registered Nurse to degree/diploma level supplemented by diploma level specialist training and/or short courses, or equivalent level of experience Or Theatre Practitioner with relevant certificate of qualification for practice
* Demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health Act
Experience
* Recent previous experience within a comparable role
* Demonstrable ability to prioritise effectively
* Evidence of good communication skills, both verbal and written
Business travel
* Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business
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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