Scrub Practitioner - Locum Contract - Glasgow

Job description

Scrub Practitioner – Elective Orthopaedics (Arthroplasty Essential) - Glasgow

Are you a skilled Theatre Practitioner looking for a flexible locum opportunity in a dynamic and supportive team?

We are currently seeking an experienced scrub practitioner for a 3-month locum contract, to start as soon as possible, with potential for extension. We’re looking for individuals who are:

• Elective orthopaedic scrub and arthroplasty experience is essential.
• If you are also trained in ophthalmology, this will be viewed favourably, offering additional opportunities for flexible theatre support.
• Three long days per week, or four shorter days. Potentially some Saturdays.
• Deliver expert scrub assistance for elective orthopaedic procedures, with a strong emphasis on primary and revision arthroplasty.
• Prepare and maintain a safe, sterile theatre environment, ensuring all instruments, implants, and equipment are available and set up accurately.
• Work closely within a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective, and patient‑centred surgical care.
• Uphold theatre protocols, infection‑control standards, and patient safety procedures.
• When required (if dual‑skilled), provide scrub support within ophthalmology theatres

What we offer:

• A collaborative and professional working environment
• Daytime-only shifts – no nights or on-calls
• Opportunity to work across a range of specialities
• Competitive locum rates

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality perioperative care and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for more detail

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Glasgow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English