
Theatre Manager
Job Description
Why Join Spire Murrayfield?
This is more than a Theatre Manager position. It's an opportunity to lead a well-established service that combines advanced technology, including robotic surgery, with ambitious growth plans and a supportive leadership team.
As activity continues to increase and services evolve, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the department's future, influencing strategy and developing the next generation of theatre leaders.
As Theatre Manager, you will lead a team of over 50 colleagues, including Registered Nurses, ODPs and Healthcare Assistants, supported by a Deputy Theatre Manager and theatre Team Leads. Working alongside the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the service, driving efficiency, supporting growth and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.
About the Department
Four theatres, including three laminar flow theatres
Recovery area with four bays
Day case and inpatient surgery
Da Vinci and Mako robotic surgery programmes
Large number of joint replacements per month
Orthopaedics, Urology, Gynaecology, General Surgery, Neurology and Breast Surgery
Exciting growth plans supported by the newly opened Perth clinic
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on service development. Working closely with the Theatre team leaders you will ensure robust processes are followed, identify efficiencies and support the department's growth plans as surgical activity continues to expand.
You'll be empowered to lead change, develop teams and create an environment where colleagues can thrive while delivering exceptional patient outcomes in a supportive environment.
Who We're Looking For
- NMC or HCPC registered practitioner.
- Significant leadership experience within an acute theatre environment.
- Proven experience managing a multidisciplinary perioperative team.
- Strong understanding of theatre operations, AFPP guidance, clinical governance and patient safety.
- Experience leading change and service improvement initiatives.
- Commercial awareness with the ability to balance quality, patient outcomes and operational performance.
- Excellent communication, coaching and leadership skills.
- A passion for developing people and delivering outstanding patient care.
Benefits
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement optionsSpire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
Free Bupa wellness screening
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Free parking
More information on our range of benefits is included in the attached leaflet.
We're committed to people, both patients and staff. Join us, and you'll receive a warm welcome.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Sarah Whittaker on 07525887973 or e-mail [email protected]
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.
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