Oral Outpatient HCA

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. 18 Week Support Limited Oral Outpatient HCA The closing date is 19 January 2027 Apply for this job Job summary Job Title: Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Oral Outpatients / Oral Surgery Location: West Midlands and North Department: Oral Outpatients / Oral Surgery Shift Pattern: weekdays & Weekends (8am-6pm) Main duties of the job We are seeking an experienced and reliable Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support the Oral Outpatients team. The successful candidate will work alongside Consultants, Doctors, Nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective and compassionate patient care. Previous experience working within an Oral Surgery or Oral Theatre environment is essential, as the role requires familiarity with oral surgical procedures, clinical preparation and maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control. About us 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. Details Date posted 30 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £250 a day PAYE Contract Locum Duration 6 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number E0341-26-0072 Job locations Midlands and North - Surrounding 19-21 Great Tower Street Wolverhampton EC3R 5AR United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Assist clinicians and nursing staff during oral outpatient and oral surgical procedures. Prepare treatment and procedure rooms before and between patients. Assist with the preparation and safe handling of clinical equipment and surgical instruments. Support clinicians during minor oral surgical and dental procedures. Assist with patient preparation, positioning and reassurance before procedures. Monitor patients and report any concerns or changes in their condition to the appropriate clinical staff. Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control. Undertake cleaning, decontamination and preparation of clinical areas in accordance with Trust policies. Assist with the safe transfer and movement of patients where required. Ensure clinical equipment and treatment areas are appropriately stocked and ready for use. Dispose of clinical waste and sharps safely and in accordance with local procedures. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with relevant NHS policies and procedures. Complete relevant documentation accurately and promptly. Work effectively as part of the wider multidisciplinary team. Job description Job responsibilities Assist clinicians and nursing staff during oral outpatient and oral surgical procedures. Prepare treatment and procedure rooms before and between patients. Assist with the preparation and safe handling of clinical equipment and surgical instruments. Support clinicians during minor oral surgical and dental procedures. Assist with patient preparation, positioning and reassurance before procedures. Monitor patients and report any concerns or changes in their condition to the appropriate clinical staff. Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control. Undertake cleaning, decontamination and preparation of clinical areas in accordance with Trust policies. Assist