CI- Staff Nurse​/ODP, Theatres; General​/Plastic Surgery

CI235682 - Staff Nurse/ODP, Theatres (General/Plastic Surgery)

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Are you dreaming of a better work/life balance in your perioperative career? Your opportunity awaits you in the stunning Northeast of Scotland.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) is situated on Foresterhill Campus overlooking the modern, busy city of Aberdeen and the beautiful North Sea. Aberdeen and adjoining Aberdeenshire offer an excellent balance between urban and rural living, with Royal Deeside, Cairngorm National Park and the North Coast 500 easily accessible for staycation opportunities. Aberdeen International airport is in close proximity, allowing easy access to the UK, Europe and beyond.

ARI is a Major Trauma and ECMO referral centre, serving remote locations including the North Sea oil and gas offshore industry. As we embark on our Magnet journey and Pathway to Excellence, ARI Theatres are investing in and expanding our robotics programme, having commenced robotic thoracic, urology, general, gynaecology and ENT surgery. We are currently seeking the best perioperative talent for the Band 5 Staff Nurse/ODP position within the plastic and general theatre service.

Applicants with a dynamic, enthusiastic approach combined with a passion for learning should apply. With a comprehensive onboarding programme, you will be supported by a friendly, highly experienced multidisciplinary team. We value applicants who hold a portfolio of peri‑operative experience and a proven record of good attendance, and we support your career trajectory through our dedicated Theatre Academy.

• Full NMC/HCPC registration required.
• Participation in out‑of‑hours on‑call is required.
• Portfolio of peri‑operative experience and a proven record of good attendance.
• Interview scheduled for 28 January 2026.
• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000 available.
• Contact:
  Denise Alexander, SCODP – denise.alexandert or 01224 559494.
• Should the post operate within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, the candidate will be responsible for all associated costs.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care

To apply, complete the application process on Jobtrain. Do not upload a CV, as it will not be used for short‑listing purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise; the post may close early due to volume of applications.

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For more information, contact SCODP Denise Alexander denise.alexandert or phone

NHS Grampian is one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.