Bank Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)
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Practice Plus Group Bank Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)
The closing date is 25 September 2026
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR EVERY PATIENT
Are you a qualified Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) looking for the flexibility of bank work while continuing to deliver exceptional patient care?
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 optionbut it may not be suitable if you are seeking consistent or full-time hours.
Main duties of the job
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
About us
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
- 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
Applications will be processed at the time of application, Practice Plus Group therefore reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date for that reason it is encouraged that you do not delay in your application.
Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24.10 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
14647
Job locations
Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre
Beechings Way
Gillingham
ME8 6AD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information, request a copy of the full job description from [email protected]
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information, request a copy of the full job description from [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 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
Qualifications
Essential
- 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
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre
Beechings Way
Gillingham
ME8 6AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre
Beechings Way
Gillingham
ME8 6AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Talent Acquisition Partner
Sarah Melder
07970915238
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24.10 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
14647
Job locations
Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre
Beechings Way
Gillingham
ME8 6AD
United Kingdom
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