Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Theatre Manager to join our expanding theatre team. The successful candidate will be an experienced Theatre Scrub Practitioner with up-to-date experience working in theatres, ophthalmic procedures and current practices.
Reporting directly to the Clinical Services Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day organisation and running of our Ophthalmic Theatres, daily management of the theatre team, including scrub nurses, OPDs, RGNs and HCAs. You must have experience dealing with purchasing, maintaining stock levels, CQC compliance, preparation for inspection, policies, processes and procedures, supporting and developing a clinical team whilst ensuring high quality patient care is provided at all times.
Main duties / Responsibilities
- Prepare operating theatres and surgical equipment for ophthalmic procedures.
- Assist surgeons during operations, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring patient safety.
- Daily management of theatre team personnel.
- Monitor and support patients throughout the intraoperative phase.
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.
- Participate in audits, training, and continuous professional development.
- Attend monthly operations committee meetings, as and when required.
- May be required to assist with return to theatre cases out of hours.
About us
iSIGHT Clinic is a leading independent ophthalmic provider in Northwest England, delivering excellence in eye care for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on our patient-first approach and the supportive, professional environment we offer to our patients and staff. We provide a comprehensive adult ophthalmic service which includes General Ophthalmics, cataract surgery, refractive surgery, laser eye treatments, glaucoma care, AMD service including same day intravitreal injections, Orthoptics, and ocular-plastics.
Experience / Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with valid NMC or HCPC registration.
- Theatre management experience.
- Minimum of 3 years experience with ophthalmic procedures.
- Ability to supervise/train other scrub nurses.
- Strong understanding of infection control and theatre protocols.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence.
- Current ILS desirable but not essential.
- ALS certification desirable and may be expected to undertake ALS CPD as part of the role.
- Use of a car for travel to nearby sites desirable.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, and Word.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr