Job summary

Are you a caring and motivated individual looking to make a difference in a fast-paced clinical environment? We are seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our dynamic Urology Outpatients Department, supporting patients undergoing LATP (Local Anaesthetic Transperineal biopsy) and flexible cystoscopy procedures.
Main duties of the job

As a key member of our specialist urology team, youll assist with the delivery of safe and high-quality care in a busy outpatient setting.

Youll work closely with nurses, consultants, and other professionals to support diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, ensuring patients are treated with dignity and compassion throughout their journey.
• Prepare and maintain clinical environments for LATP and flexible cystoscopy clinics.

• Chaperone and assist patients during procedures.

• Carry out clinical observations and document vital signs.

• Support infection prevention and control practices.

• Assist with stock control and clinic equipment preparation.

• Provide reassurance and clear information to patients before, during, and after procedures.

About us

18 Week Support is the leading insourcing provider to the NHS, specialising in clinical demand, capacity management, and waiting list initiatives for both outpatients and day case surgery.

Our insourcing services provide expert clinical teams to work closely with your in-house teams, allowing you to increase the number of patients seen, reduce waiting lists, and meet RTT expectations without compromising patient care.
Job responsibilities

Location:West midlands

Job type:Ad-hoc - flexible - weekend shifts

Hours: 8:00-18:00 - Saturday's & Sunday's

Contract length: Ongoing

Person Specification

Experience

Essential
• 2 years minimum experience within an Outpatient setting.

• Currently practicing or has practised within Urology outpatients, for a minimum of 6 months, over the last 12-month period.

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

London Midland Trains

Euston Way

Town Centre

Telford

Shropshire

TF3 4LZ
Employer's website

https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)