Healthcare Assistant

Job description

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 community 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 Healthcare Assistant to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK.
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 helping 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)

Be responsible for decontamination and maintaining the supply of endoscopes to JAG decontamination standards
Help prepare clinical areas for clinical activities
Ensure the smooth running of the Endoscopy Unit and procedure lists by maintaining a "can do" attitude
Assist with stock management, equipment checking before use and safe storage after use
To keep up to date with good practice, maintain core competencies and continue to develop skills appropriate to Endoscopy practice
Adhere to good record keeping in line with corporate policies and procedures

Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care
Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care
Good communication and strong interpersonal skills
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan
Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently
Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic

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 discounts and cashback options
Performance review with a training and development plan
Employee discounts portal
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Tech scheme
MediCash – Health cash plan
Generous salary and promotion policy
Corporate learning
CHEC provides cross-functional experience
Good work-life balance
Positive culture
Employee relationships

- This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours a week, working 4 days per week. - Get support if you have a disability or health condition: https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work - At CHEC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has equal access and opportunity throughout the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have any general queries regarding this position, please contact a member of our team at careers@chec.uk or call 01772 286168.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Worthing

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English