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Healthcare Assistant

CHEC

Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 8BU

Salary

£24,784

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

18 September 2026

18 days left

Job description

Valkyrie PCC, Valkyrie Rd, Westcliffe on sea SS0 8BU Audley Mills Surgery, 57 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh SS6 7JF Brentwood Community Hospital, Brentwood ...

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual to provide high-quality care in Dermatology Outpatient and Medical Photography clinics, with a focus on capturing and accurately recording clinical images in EPR systems. Full training will be provided.

You will assist with minor procedures, provide chaperone support, and help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of clinics across multiple locations, contributing to a safe, patient-centred environment while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

We are looking for someone who can

Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised clinical environment.

Ensure all clinical and photography equipment is clean, functional, and ready for use.

Capture and accurately upload clinical images to patient records (EPR).

Support clinicians during minor procedures and act as a chaperone, ensuring patient comfort and dignity.

Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care while maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Assist with clinic preparation, daily operations, and general administrative tasks.

Monitor and manage stock levels, supporting the smooth and efficient running of clinics.

Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care.

CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England, including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services.

CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment, this includes being aware of and adhering to all CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with the NHS Employment Check Standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Experience

Essential

  • What youll bring to the role:
  • GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Compassionate, caring, and professional approach to patient care.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Comfortable working with patients in both ophthalmology (e.g. vision testing, assisting in eye clinics) and gastroenterology (e.g. supporting during endoscopy preparation and recovery).
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

24 August 2026

Last checked

26 August 2026

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