Job Description
Job description
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.
Ward 202 - Urology Theatre Day-case unit 18.5 hours
Theatre 5 Urology Theatre 28.5 hours
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 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 services 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, including Urology, Thoracic, ENT, Gynaecology and General Surgery.
We are currently seeking the best in Perioperative talent for Band 5 Staff Nurse/ODP positions within our Urology Theatres and our Urology Day Case Unit with ward. 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 perioperative experience across the continuum of scrub and/or anaesthetics for the theatre position and scrub, anaesthetics, recovery and/or ward experience for the day-case unit. You should 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.
An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates.
Interviews will be held on 15 January 2026.
For more information, please contact
SCN - David Booth, david.booth3@nhs.scot or 01224 (5)581+0
Team Leader - Michael Akinbode, michael.akinbode@nhs.scot or 01224 (5) 5343+
Team Leader Mini Jose, mini.jose@nhs.scot or 01224 (5) 5341+
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.
For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link:
To View Our Accessibility Statement, Please Follow This Link
Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - for advice and support with any system issues.
We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.
• Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
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.
Ward 202 - Urology Theatre Day-case unit 18.5 hours
Theatre 5 Urology Theatre 28.5 hours
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 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 services 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, including Urology, Thoracic, ENT, Gynaecology and General Surgery.
We are currently seeking the best in Perioperative talent for Band 5 Staff Nurse/ODP positions within our Urology Theatres and our Urology Day Case Unit with ward. 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 perioperative experience across the continuum of scrub and/or anaesthetics for the theatre position and scrub, anaesthetics, recovery and/or ward experience for the day-case unit. You should 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.
An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates.
Interviews will be held on 15 January 2026.
For more information, please contact
SCN - David Booth, david.booth3@nhs.scot or 01224 (5)581+0
Team Leader - Michael Akinbode, michael.akinbode@nhs.scot or 01224 (5) 5343+
Team Leader Mini Jose, mini.jose@nhs.scot or 01224 (5) 5341+
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.
For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link:
To View Our Accessibility Statement, Please Follow This Link
Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - for advice and support with any system issues.
We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.
• Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The CI2026+6 - Staff Nurse/ODP - Perioperative Practitioner position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Aberdeen offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.