Senior Theatre Support Worker - Orthopaedics - KMOC

Job description

Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, innovative and highly motivated Theatre Support Worker to join our Kent and Medway Orthopaedic Centre.The Centre contains the latest novel open plan laminar flow theatres; open-plan surgical areas where up to three patients are treated in a dedicated space with a specialised air canopy over each station to prevent the spread of infection. The new facility also includes a 14-bed inpatient ward and a 10-bed day case ward, with recovery, x-ray and therapy space, all within a dedicated elective building.You will receive structured training to work in this specialist area whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a consistent and high standard of patient centred care.

Responsibilities

Help to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of staff, patients and visitors, and to protect the patients Privacy & Dignity

Be aware of legislation and policies governing theatre practice, particularly in terms of universal precautions

Preparation of theatres for surgery

Cleaning of theatre and recovery areas before and after operating sessions, also adhering to the weekly cleaning schedule

Restocking of cupboards and stock containers against agreed stock levels

Collect and escort the patient, and assist with transferring of the patient from trolley to table under supervision of trained staff

Assist with safe positioning of patient on operating table

Act as circulating person for the scrub team and within the scope of the role

Assist with the care, labelling and transportation of specimens, and the collection of blood from the Blood Bank as required

Keep and maintain appropriate records according to local policy, including use of the trusts IT systems

Dispose of soiled dressings, fluids and linen in accordance with local policy

Maintain confidentiality; especially regarding information related to patients and their treatment

Help to maintain effective communication between departments by acting as messenger when required

Take a full part in the Clinical Governance agenda of the Trust and attend departmental meetings as required

Responsibility for collecting data required for the key performance indicators

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?

We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Benefits

At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).

Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits

Blue Light card eligibility

And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Susan Jounus | Job title: KMOC Theatre Manager | Email: susan.jounus@nhs.net | Telephone: 07729080853

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Maidstone

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-06-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

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