Dermatology Surgical HCA | Weekend Shifts & Flexible

18 Week Support; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible weekend scheduling

Work with dermatology consultants

Professional, well-organised working环境

Patient-centred service model

Competitive remuneration

Contributing to reducing waiting times

Job summary

18 Week Support is seeking an experienced Dermatology Surgical Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support weekend insourcing lists in Birmingham. You will help deliver NHS waiting list initiatives across dermatology services, including Minor Operations, working with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth patient journeys.

Ideal candidates have hands-on dermatology surgical experience, strong communication skills, and a patient‑centred approach.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience supporting dermatology surgical lists.
• Active involvement for at least 6 months within the past 12 months.
• Experience as a Healthcare Assistant in an NHS dermatology surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and surgical equipment.
• Assist clinicians during Minor Operations and Complex Minor Operations.
• Prepare patients for procedures and provide reassurance.
• Chaperone patients during consultations and procedures.
• Record patient observations where required.
• Maintain aseptic techniques and infection prevention standards.
• Handle specimens and documentation as needed.
• Support patient flow during surgical lists.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.
• Ensure clinics run safely, efficiently and in line with local policies.

Skills

Dermatology experience

HCA experience

NHS environment

Teamwork

Job description

18 Week Support is seeking an experienced Dermatology Surgical Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support weekend insourcing lists in Birmingham. You will help deliver NHS waiting list initiatives across dermatology services, including Minor Operations, working with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth patient journeys.

Ideal candidates have hands-on dermatology surgical experience, strong communication skills, and a patient‑centred approach.