Staff Nurse/ODP, Main Theatre Suite (Plastic & General)

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 centre and service's remote locations including the North Sea oil and gas offshore industry. Our strategy is to attract the best talent in perioperative services as we embark on our Magnet journey and Pathway to Excellence. ARI Theatres are currently investing and expanding our robotics programme, having commenced robotic thoracic, urology, general, gynae and ENT surgery.

We are currently seeking the best in Perioperative talent for Band 5 Staff Nurse/ODP position within the plastic and general theatre services in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This post is part time, 28.5 hours per week.

Applicants with a dynamic, enthusiastic approach, combined with a passion for learning should apply. With a comprehensive on boarding programme, you’ll be supported by our friendly, highly experienced multidisciplinary team.

We value applicants who hold a portfolio of peri-op experience and have a proven record of good attendance. Your career trajectory is supported by our dedicated team in the Theatre Academy. There will be a requirement to participate in out of hour’s on-call.

Full NMC /HCPC Registration required.

Interview date: 14 August 2026.