Bank Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

At Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre Gillingham, we're seeking experienced Bank ODPs to join our friendly and highly skilled theatre team. Working across Anaesthetics, Scrub and Recovery, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients throughout their perioperative journey, ensuring the highest standards of clinical care, safety and compassion are maintained at all times. This role is offered on a bank (0-hour) contract. There are no guaranteed hours, and shifts will be offered depending on business needs. You can accept or decline shifts based on your availability, making this a flexible option-but it may not be suitable if you are seeking consistent or full-time hours. As our Bank Operating Department Practitioner (ODP), you'll work as part of our multidisciplinary theatre team, supporting the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality perioperative care to patients undergoing surgery
• Rotating across Anaesthetics, Scrub and Recovery areas
• Preparing theatres and anaesthetic rooms for daily operating lists
• Ensuring safe and effective patient transfers and handovers
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation
• Monitoring equipment, stock levels and consumables
• Supporting infection prevention and control standards
• Working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and wider healthcare teams to deliver excellent patient outcomes
  
  Current HCPC or NMC registration
• Degree in Operating Department Practice or equivalent qualification
• A minimum of two years' UK post-qualification experience across Anaesthetics, Scrub and Recovery/PACU
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Experience of maintaining accurate patient records
• The ability to work effectively under pressure within a busy theatre environment
• A flexible and positive approach to work
• A commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and maintaining high clinical standards
What you can expect in return


• An hourly rate of £24.10
• Flexible working opportunities
• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• The opportunity to work within a modern and well-equipped surgical centre, Award winning ED&I programme
Free access to Reward Gateway discount scheme Access to private health insurance Wide range of 'time away from work' allowances Extensive career development and training opportunitiesTraining & Development Tailored CPD training delivered via our bespoke Learning Management System. Extensive training courses accessible via Practice Plus Group Skills Academy. Great development and career progression opportunities. Since working for Practice Plus Group I have had a vast amount of opportunities and education which has further developed my knowledge and skills as a nurse.