Perioperative Practitioner Orthopaedic Theatres RIE
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- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- 36
- Hours / week
- 36
- Posted
- 16/09/2026
- Closes
- 23/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses/Operating Department Practitioners to join the Orthopaedic Theatre Team at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. The role involves working in a busy environment with 6 orthopaedic theatres, handling major joint replacements and trauma cases. The team is highly specialised, friendly, and supportive, offering opportunities for professional development and a range of courses. The position is for a Band 5 Perioperative Practitioner.
Useful to know
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:
259717
Salary:
Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job closing date:
23/09/2026
Job Type:
Nursing and Midwifery
Location:
Various Locations throughout NHS Lothian
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
16/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Lothian
Department:
RIE Theatres
Job Advert
Perioperative Practitioner Orthopaedic Theatres RIE
Our Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan sets out our Vision, Ambitions and Values that enable excellent care for our patients and service users. It also demonstrates what you can expect from our organisation and what you can aspire to in your own career development. A collaborative, person focused approach is at the very centre of everything we aspire to achieve, and necessary to deliver care that is high quality, compassionate, safe and effective. We continue to work towards having a diverse and inclusive culture for people who work for us and use our services. We want everyone to realise their full potential and make a positive contribution. We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and communities. We are committed to supporting the development of a nursing and midwifery workforce that is made up of diverse skills and experiences. We are interested in your passion for developing with us as a leader as well as demonstrating ali
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