Healthcare Assistant
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/14/2026
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Description
The post holder, after the necessary training and induction, will take responsibility for the clinical and operational support and delivery theatre service in the theatre department at Moorfields Eye South Unit at St George’s after training and achievement of the available competencies.
In addition, the post holder is responsible for assisting in the care of the surgical patient during the peri-operative period by supporting the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder is also responsible for the maintenance and procurement of the necessary stock for St. Georges and Queen Mary’s theatres.
Lastly, the post holder will be auditing instruments, anaesthetic and surgical consumables, implants and be a part of theatre team as circulating person.
PLEASE APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED AS WE CAN CLOSE THE VACANCY EARLY IF WE HAVE ENOUGH APPLICATIONS
Clinical Duties Include
In addition, the post holder is responsible for assisting in the care of the surgical patient during the peri-operative period by supporting the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder is also responsible for the maintenance and procurement of the necessary stock for St. Georges and Queen Mary’s theatres.
Lastly, the post holder will be auditing instruments, anaesthetic and surgical consumables, implants and be a part of theatre team as circulating person.
PLEASE APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED AS WE CAN CLOSE THE VACANCY EARLY IF WE HAVE ENOUGH APPLICATIONS
Clinical Duties Include
- Assisting in the preparation of the operating theatre.
- Assisting the surgical team during surgical procedures as a theatre circulator.
- Assisting in the general upkeep and maintenance of stock levels in theatres.
- Providing a safe environment that minimises the risk of infection, promoting health and safety.
- Be part of the team in ensuring the team brief, surgical safety checklist and de-brief is done effectively.
- Assist qualified staff in the transport of patients to and from Duke Elder Ward, theatres and recovery.
- Moving and transferring patients between beds and operating tables in a safe manner, with the minimum discomfort to patients.
- Work alongside the qualified staff to perform stock checks and procurement of consumables.
- Handling procurement and maintenance of stock levels.
- GENESIS system scanning and inventory management
- GALAXY Theatre System Management Support
At Moorfields, we invest in you—your growth, your wellbeing, your future.
You’ll Join a Flexible, Supportive Organisation Offering
- Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
- 24/7 independent counselling support
- Career-long learning and development opportunities
- Excellent transport connections
- Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Richard Co Job title: Theatre Manager Email address: Richard.Co@nhs.net Telephone number: 02087255221