Anaesthetic & Recovery Practitioner (ODP/Nurse)

**Role Summary**

The Anaesthetic and Recovery Practitioner will play a central role in delivering safe, efficient and high-quality perioperative care within Hale Private Clinic’s theatres. Working primarily across cosmetic and plastic surgery, the post-holder will also support procedures within pain management, gynaecology, urology, dermatology, orthopaedic minor procedures, and other visiting consultant-led specialties.

You will provide skilled anaesthetic assistance, immediate post-operative recovery care, and contribute to the wider perioperative pathway. You will ensure compliance with CQC standards, uphold infection prevention and control requirements, maintain patient safety, and work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, ODPs, scrub practitioners and the wider clinical team.

**Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties**

– Act as the anaesthetic practitioner for a range of cosmetic/plastic procedures (breast, body, facial, liposuction, dermal surgery, etc.).
– Provide anaesthetic support for additional specialties including:
– Pain management (RF ablation, nerve blocks, spinal injections)
– Gynaecology (hysteroscopy, minor gynae procedures)
– Urology (minor procedures, cystoscopies)
– Minor orthopaedics (foot/hand procedures, injections, arthroscopic assistance)
– Dermatology / minor ops
– Prepare, check and manage all anaesthetic equipment, drugs and consumables required for each list, including:
– Anaesthetic machine checks
– Monitoring equipment
– Airway devices and adjuncts
– IV access and fluid therapy equipment
– Assist the anaesthetist with:
– Patient assessment and preparation in the anaesthetic room
– IV cannulation and drug preparation/administration (within scope of practice)
– Airway management during induction, maintenance and emergencies
– Regional and local anaesthetic procedures as required
– Safely transfer patients to and from the operating theatre and recovery area, maintaining continuous observation and monitoring.
– Provide high-quality post-anaesthetic care in the recovery area, including:
– Airway and respiratory assessment
– Cardiovascular monitoring and early recognition of deterioration
– Pain, nausea and vomiting management
– Temperature management
– Fluid balance and documentation
– Assess patients against discharge criteria from recovery and hand over safely to ward or day case staff.
– Participate in patient check-in, WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and the 6Cs of perioperative care.
– Support the wider perioperative team and, when required, assist in circulating or other appropriate roles within scope of practice.

**Governance & Compliance**

– Adhere to all Hale Private Clinic policies, including Infection Prevention & Control, Medicines Management, PPE, Waste Management and Clinical Governance.
– Participate in audits related to:
– Anaesthetic safety and documentation
– Recovery care standards
– Theatre cleanliness
– Equipment checks
– Stock control
– Maintain accurate anaesthetic and recovery documentation in line with CQC and company standards.
– Report incidents, near misses and risks via the correct reporting pathways (e.g. Radar Healthcare) and contribute to learning and service improvement.

**Equipment & Environment**

– Ensure daily, weekly and monthly checks of anaesthetic and recovery equipment, including:
– Anaesthetic machines and scavenging systems
– Monitoring equipment (ECG, BP, oxygen saturation, capnography where applicable)
– Suction, warming devices, syringe drivers and infusion pumps
– Resuscitation equipment and difficult airway resources
– Maintain safe stock levels of anaesthetic and recovery consumables and liaise with the Theatre Manager for ordering.
– Assist with the safe set-up and turnaround of theatres and recovery bays between cases.
– Ensure safe handling and disposal of sharps, medicines and hazardous materials.

**Professional Standards**

– Maintain current NMC or HCPC registration.
– Work within relevant professional standards (NMC/HCPC) and CQC Fundamental Standards of Care.
– Participate in ongoing training, CPD and mandatory updates (including resuscitation training).
– Uphold patient confidentiality, dignity and privacy at all times.
– Act as a positive role model for junior staff, students and visitors.
– Contribute to a culture of safety, learning and continuous improvement.

**Skills & Experience Required**

**Essential**

– Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
– Previous experience working in anaesthetics and recovery in a theatre setting.
– Strong understanding of anaesthetic principles, airway management, monitoring and immediate post-operative care.
– Familiarity with emergency protocols and escalation pathways.
– Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
– Ability to work autonomously and adapt to different specialties and consultant preferences.
– Commitment to delivering high standards of patient-centred care.

**Desirable**

– Experience in cosmetic or plastic surgery.
– Previous private healthcare experience.
– Experience supporting pain management, gynaecology or minor orthopaedic cases.
– Immediate Life Support (ILS) / Advanced Life Support (ALS) or equivalent.
– Mentor/Assessor qualification or experience supporting students/learners.

**What We Offer**

– Opportunity to work in a high-end private hospital environment.
– Exposure to a wide range of surgical specialties.
– Supportive leadership team and strong governance framework.
– Professional development and training opportunities.
– Competitive salary and benefits package.

To organise an informal visit please email Dan Cowsill: theatremanager@haleprivateclinic.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £36,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

– Additional leave
– Employee discount
– Sick pay

Experience:

– Anaesthetics: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

– NMC/HCPC (required)

Work Location: In person