Staff Nurse/ODP, Main Theatre Suite (Trauma)
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- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Hours / week
- 36
- Posted
- 26/08/2026
- Closes
- 09/09/2026
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Role summary
This is a Band 5 Staff Nurse/ODP position within the Trauma Theatre team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. The role involves working in a major trauma and ECMO referral centre, with opportunities to be part of an expanding robotics programme. Applicants should be dynamic, enthusiastic, and passionate about learning, with support provided through a comprehensive onboarding programme and the Theatre Academy. While perioperative experience in scrub and anaesthetics is valued, it is not essential.
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Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £34,544 – £43,039 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
250051
Salary:
Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job closing date:
09/09/2026
Job Type:
Nursing and Midwifery
Location:
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
26/08/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Grampian
Department:
Main Theatre Suite
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Job Advert
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. To this end, 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 North East 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. Royal Deeside, Cairngorm National Park and the North Coast 500 are easily accessible for staycation opportunities. Aberdeen International airport is in close location, allowing easy access to the UK, Europe and beyond.
ARI is a Major Trauma and ECMO referral centr
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