Healthcare Assistant

Contract Type: Permanent, 37.5 hours a week

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of eye health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help.

If you are care focused and looking to join an organisation that is thriving on success, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity for a Patient Coordinator to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

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.

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.

Why work for us?

23 days holidays plus bank holidays

Buy and sell annual leave scheme

Refer a friend scheme

Company pension

Company sick pay scheme

Life assurance scheme

Bluelight Card- 100’s of discount and cashback options

Performance review with a training and development plan

Employee discounts portal

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