The Theatre Support Worker plays a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient delivery of surgical services. Working as part of the multidisciplinary theatre team, the post holder is responsible for preparing theatres areas, maintaining equipment and stock, assisting with patient transfers, and ensuring a clean and safe environment in line with infection prevention standards. The role support clinicians in delivering high-quality patient care, contributes to smooth theatre flow, and helps maximise theatre efficiency while ensuring patients receive safe, compassionate, and dignified care throughout their surgical journey., Support the multidisciplinary theatre team in the safe and efficient delivery of perioperative care. Prepare operating theatres before and between procedures, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and consumables are available and ready for use. Assist with the safe transfer, positioning, and movement of patients in accordance with manual handling policies. Clean and decontaminate theatre areas and equipment in line with infection prevention and control standards. Maintain stock levels and ensure theatre supplies are replenished. Collect, transport, and dispose of clinical waste, linen, specimens, and equipment safely. Assist with setting up and clearing theatre rooms to minimise delays and maximise theatre utilisation. Report equipment faults, maintenance issues, or health and safety concerns promptly. Maintain accurate records where required and comply with Trust policies and procedures. Provide compassionate, respectful, and dignified support to patients while maintaining confidentiality at all times. Work flexibly as part of the theatre team to support both elective and emergency surgical services.
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we’re committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away – and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it’s a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all – the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
- Additionally, you’ll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
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