Lead Theatre Practitioner - Anaesthetics

Lead Theatre Practitioner – Anaesthetics
Location: The Harborne Hospital, London
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, occasional Saturdays, short & long days

We are looking for a Lead Theatre Practitioner – Anaesthetics to join us at The Harborne Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK. This brand-new, £100 million, purpose-built, 50‑bed multi-speciality private hospital is opening in Birmingham in 2023. Situated on the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham campus, it has been designed with deep clinical infrastructure, state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled teams to deliver full clinical pathways across a wide range of specialties, from Cardiology and Cancer to Complex Surgery.

As the fourth NHS partnership within the HCA network, The Harborne Hospital works closely with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust to deliver exceptional care at every level of complexity.

As Anaesthetic Lead, the role centres on shaping exceptional patient care and inspiring colleagues across the theatre environment. Clinical leadership is at the heart of this position—ensuring safe, evidence‑based and compassionate care for every patient undergoing anaesthesia or surgery. Preparing the anaesthetic room to meet the individual needs of patients and Anaesthetists, offering specialist knowledge, and acting as a visible role model all form part of the daily rhythm. Supporting and developing colleagues through mentoring, assessment and shared learning is key to building a confident, capable and cohesive team.

Leadership responsibilities include guiding staffing and allocation of anaesthetic duties, working closely with the Surgical Services Manager on appraisals and professional development plans, and ensuring resources are used effectively and responsibly.

The role also contributes to managing performance, sickness, grievance or disciplinary matters in line with HCA policies. Maintaining a safe, clean and aseptic environment is essential, along with ensuring equipment is checked, functional and any issues promptly reported.

There may be occasions to deputise for the Surgical Services Manager. Clinical duties include preparing patients, assisting with procedures and providing initial emergency care across both anaesthetics and surgery. Collaboration is central—sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and contributing to a high‑performing theatre team where exceptional care thrives.

At HCA UK, we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the highest standards of care. We care that you want a career that inspires pride. We care that your working environment supports your wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you care for others.

What You’ll Bring

• Experienced Theatre Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)
• NMC/HCPC Registered
• Anaesthetics experience
• Anaesthetics course (nursing)
• Mentorship course or supervisory experience
• ALS and airway management certification

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Lead Theatre Practitioner  at The Harborne Hospital you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values  

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.  

Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values: 

• Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual 

• Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion 

• Honesty, integrity and fairness: - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness 

• Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity 

Reasonable adjustments 

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them. 

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