Surgical First Assistant

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Surgical First Assistant to join our theatre team, where you'll play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality peri-operative care. Working closely with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider theatre team, you'll provide dedicated, hands-on support throughout the surgical journey, helping to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients., As our SFA, you will be:

• Providing continuous support to the operating surgeon throughout surgical procedures
• Assisting with patient positioning, skin preparation and draping
• Handling tissues, providing retraction and assisting with haemostasis
• Supporting minimal access surgery through accurate camera manipulation
• Assisting with suturing, wound closure and application of dressings
• Leading or contributing to the WHO surgical safety checklist
• Ensuring accurate documentation and safe handling of specimens and equipment
• Acting as a patient advocate throughout the intra-operative phase
• Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary theatre team
• Supporting audit, education and service improvement initiatives
  
  Recognised Surgical First Assistant qualification
• At least 2 years experience as a scrub practitioner
• Strong knowledge of theatre practice, clinical governance and patient safety
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload in a busy theatre environment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and high standards of care
• A flexible, positive approach and a strong focus on patient experience
  
  A salary of £54,351.03 per annum
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• The support you need to grow in your role