This healthcare assistant post sits in the Urology Outpatients Department, where 18 Week Support supplies staff to NHS clients for LATP and flexible cystoscopy procedures. The core work is preparing clinic rooms, chaperoning and assisting patients, taking observations and reassuring people before, during and after procedures. It is ad-hoc weekend work, 8am to 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays, on an ongoing basis. Candidates need at least two years in an outpatient setting, including recent urology outpatient experience.
What the job involves
- Prepare and maintain clinical environments for LATP and flexible cystoscopy clinics
- Chaperone and assist patients during procedures
- Take clinical observations and record vital signs
- Support infection prevention and control practice
- Help with stock control and clinic equipment preparation
- Give patients reassurance and clear information before, during and after procedures
- Work alongside nurses, consultants and other professionals in support of diagnostic and minor surgical procedures
Experience
- At least 2 years' experience in an outpatient setting
- At least 6 months' urology outpatient experience within the last 12 months
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Urology Outpatient HCA - Midlands in Wolverhampton 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.
