Job summary
18 Week Support are seeking motivated and compassionate Endoscopy Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to support our Endoscopy services across Hampshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality patient care throughout the endoscopy pathway.
As an Endoscopy HCA, you will play a key role in supporting patients before, during, and after diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, while assisting the wider clinical team to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Support patients throughout their endoscopy journey, ensuring comfort and dignity at all times
Assist Nurses and Endoscopists during endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, and ERCP
Prepare clinical areas, equipment, and stock in line with infection prevention and control standards
Undertake patient observations and provide general patient care within the unit
Ensure accurate documentation and maintain high standards of patient safety
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver an efficient and patient-focused service
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment
About You
Minimum of 6 months experience working as an Endoscopy HCA, within the last 12 months
Previous NHS experience is essential
Local candidates within 50 miles of Hampshire preferred
Strong understanding of endoscopy environments and patient pathways
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering safe, effective patient care
Flexible and adaptable approach to service requirements
What We Offer
Regular local weekend work
On-time monthly payment
Shifts available up to 3 months in advance
Comprehensive induction and ongoing support
Opportunity to further develop specialist endoscopy experience
Supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced clinical teams
About us
Who are 18 Week Support?
At 18 Week Support, we are the UKs leading insourcing provider to the NHS. We partner with trusts nationwide to expand clinical capacity, reduce waiting times, and improve patient access to outpatient and surgical care. Clinical excellence and patient safety are at the heart of everything we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role
18 Week Support are seeking motivated and compassionate Endoscopy Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to support our Endoscopy services across Hampshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality patient care throughout the endoscopy pathway.
As an Endoscopy HCA, you will play a key role in supporting patients before, during, and after diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, while assisting the wider clinical team to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Support patients throughout their endoscopy journey, ensuring comfort and dignity at all times
Assist Nurses and Endoscopists during endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, and ERCP
Prepare clinical areas, equipment, and stock in line with infection prevention and control standards
Undertake patient observations and provide general patient care within the unit
Ensure accurate documentation and maintain high standards of patient safety
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver an efficient and patient-focused service
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment
About You
Minimum of 6 months experience working as an Endoscopy HCA, within the last 12 months
Previous NHS experience is essential
Local candidates within 50 miles of Hampshire preferred
Strong understanding of endoscopy environments and patient pathways
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering safe, effective patient care
Flexible and adaptable approach to service requirements
What We Offer
Regular local weekend work
On-time monthly payment
Shifts available up to 3 months in advance
Comprehensive induction and ongoing support
Opportunity to further develop specialist endoscopy experience
Supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced clinical teams
Who are 18 Week Support?
At 18 Week Support, we are the UKs leading insourcing provider to the NHS. We partner with trusts nationwide to expand clinical capacity, reduce waiting times, and improve patient access to outpatient and surgical care. Clinical excellence and patient safety are at the heart of everything we do.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- About You
- Minimum of 6 months experience working as an Endoscopy HCA, within the last 12 months
- Previous NHS experience is essential
- Local candidates within 50 miles of Hampshire preferred
- Strong understanding of endoscopy environments and patient pathways
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering safe, effective patient care
- Flexible and adaptable approach to service requirements
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
18 Week Support Limited
Address
Hampshire
Hampshire
SO15 1AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Endoscopy HCA - Hampshire employer: 18 Week Support Limited
At 18 Week Support, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering Theatre HCAs the chance to work in a dynamic and supportive NHS Trust environment in the West Midlands. Our flexible weekend opportunities allow you to balance your commitments while enjoying competitive pay and the chance to collaborate with experienced theatre teams dedicated to high standards of patient care. Join us to enhance your skills in a specialist Urology theatre setting, where your contributions truly matter.
