Operating Department Orderly

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our elective theatre department.

This is an opportunity for a hard working, friendly and conscientious worker to fill the position of theatre department orderly in the main theatre department here in Prince Philip Hospital.

Prior operating theatre or healthcare experience theatre would be advantageous, but full training will be provided where you will be supported with structured training to support transition into this role, allowing focus on the learning and for the successful candidate to complete the induction programme.

Main duties of the job

The duties of Operating Department Orderlies working in a busy environment are:

• Assisting the surgical team in transferring of patients using prescribed manual handling techniques.
• Escorting patients to the theatre unit prior to surgery.
• Escorting post surgical patients to the surgical ward with the support of trained staff.
• Cleaning the theatre environment between patient surgical procedures.
• Assisting with the practical daily operating theatre tasks such as the collection and handover of medications, notes, equipment and other supplies.
• Assisting with the general upkeep of the operating department and its storage areas.
• Restocking the linen trolley and staff scrub suits as required.
• Supporting the theatre practitioner in positioning patients on operating table.
• Assisting the theatre team by supporting patient limbs during surgical preparation

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are a busy and friendly department which covers elective orthopaedics, colorectal, urology, general surgery and breast specialties on elective surgical lists Monday through to Friday.

This role consists of varied and diverse manual handling tasks involving both patients and supplies, and the candidate will be required to spend long periods on their feet, and be capable of working both independently and under the direction of trained healthcare staff.

Strong communication skills are essential and the importance of the theatre orderly role in liaising with colleagues, task prioritisation and assisting our patients is crucial to ensuring we maintain a safe, welcoming and friendly environment for our patients.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interview will be held on 12/11/2026

Job description
Job responsibilities

We are a busy and friendly department which covers elective orthopaedics, colorectal, urology, general surgery and breast specialties on elective surgical lists Monday through to Friday.

This role consists of varied and diverse manual handling tasks involving both patients and supplies, and the candidate will be required to spend long periods on their feet, and be capable of working both independently and under the direction of trained healthcare staff.

Strong communication skills are essential and the importance of the theatre orderly role in liaising with colleagues, task prioritisation and assisting our patients is crucial to ensuring we maintain a safe, welcoming and friendly environment for our patients.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interview will be held on 12/11/2026

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Good general education
• Literate and numerate

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or willingness to work towards this

Experience

Essential

• Able to work in a healthcare environment
• Articulate
• Able to work as an effective team member
• Maintain standards of care
• Able to follow instructions / undertake delegated duties
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage time effectively
• Adequate digital literacy

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health or social care environment
• Experience of delivering good service to members of the public

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Good general education
• Literate and numerate

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or willingness to work towards this

Experience

Essential

• Able to work in a healthcare environment
• Articulate
• Able to work as an effective team member
• Maintain standards of care
• Able to follow instructions / undertake delegated duties
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage time effectively
• Adequate digital literacy

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health or social care environment
• Experience of delivering good service to members of the public

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address

Prince Philip Hospital

Dafen

Llanelli

SA14 8QF

United Kingdom

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