ODP – Anaesthetics & Recovery Practitioner

Job Title: Operating Department Practitioner – Anaesthetics & Recovery

Location: The Wellington Hospital, London
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours/week, Monday to Saturday)
Salary: Competitive + generous allowances

Join the UK’s largest private hospital and take your career to the next level.

Are you an experienced Operating Department Practitioner seeking a fresh challenge in a high-performing, patient-focused environment? The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, is looking for a skilled Anaesthetic and Recovery ODP to join our renowned theatre team.

Rated “Good” by the CQC, The Wellington Hospital is a centre of excellence offering advanced surgical care across 11 state-of-the-art theatres spanning three buildings. Our specialties include neurosurgery, spinal surgery, cardiac care, orthopaedics, acute neurological rehabilitation, gynaecology, and oncology.

Why join us?

• Work in one of the most advanced private hospital theatres in the UK
• Be part of a large, collaborative team of highly skilled professionals
• Access cutting-edge equipment and technology
• Enjoy structured career development and internal progression pathways
• Thrive in a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking culture

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing anaesthetic rooms tailored to patient and surgical needs
• Supporting the full cycle of patient care: assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation
• Assisting in clinical and operative procedures across multiple specialties
• Managing specialist equipment including anaesthetic machines and airway devices
• Monitoring post-operative vital signs and supporting pain management

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Operating Department Practitioner with current HCPC registration
• Proven experience in Anaesthetics and Recovery within an operating theatre
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive, compassionate approach to patient care
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a theatre setting

Ready to elevate your career?

Join a hospital that invests in your growth, values your expertise, and empowers you to deliver outstanding care. Apply today and discover what makes The Wellington Hospital a destination for healthcare professionals who want to make a real impact.

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. 

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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