Surgical Care Practitioner - Robotics

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Location: The London Bridge Hospital / Private Care at Guy's

Full time 37.5 hours per week

Shift: Monday – Saturday, shift working

Employment: Permanent

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum depending on experience + Shift Allowance

Join a Team at the Forefront of Surgical Innovation

We're looking for a Surgical Care Practitioner to join our Theatres at London Bridge Hospital, currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC. The theatres across our campus provide a vibrant, exciting, and professional environment where the advanced equipment and technology is second to none. London Bridge Hospital offers an exciting opportunity for Robotic Surgical Assistants who want to take their career to the next level.

Our state‑of‑the‑art operating theatres support a wide range of specialties, with a strong focus on advanced robotic surgery in Urology, Gynaecology, Thoracic, Colorectal and Upper GI. As a key member of our theatre team, you’ll work hands‑on with three DaVinci Surgical Systems and contribute to one of the UK's largest private multi‑specialty robotic surgery programmes - with nearly 6,000 robotic procedures completed.

You’ll also have the rare opportunity to work with a DaVinci Single Port system, one of only a handful currently available in the country. Although this role is based within Private Care at Guy’s Theatres, you will also play a key role in supporting services across both of our London Bridge sites - Main Theatres on Tooley Street and Guy’s Theatres within the Guy's Cancer Centre.

This cross‑site working offers great exposure, a wider clinical experience and the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse and highly skilled surgical team. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to make an impact across two dynamic surgical environments.

• Assist world‑class surgeons in complex robotic procedures
• Develop specialist skills with cutting‑edge robotic technology
• Work within a highly experienced, forward‑thinking theatre team
• Play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient outcomes

Successful candidates will join a large, experienced theatre team committed to excellence. We have a strong record of supporting career progression and provide ongoing development opportunities for those looking to advance or broaden their skills. If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding patient care, working with pioneering technology, and growing within a highly skilled team, London Bridge Hospital offers an environment where you can truly thrive.

• Qualified Surgical Care Practitioner
• MSc, PG Cert or PG Dip in Surgical Care Practice
• Demonstrable experience with the Da Vinci Surgical Robotics System
• Registration as a healthcare professional (e.g., Nurse or ODP)
• Experience working as a qualified Surgical Care Practitioner
• A complete and up‑to‑date log book

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

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…