Healthcare Assistant - Level 3

Job Description:

Job Description:
Healthcare Assistant (Dermatology)
Location: London: Cross Rail
Full time 40 hours per week (Monday-Saturday)
Salary £29,000 per annum

We make health happen

The Dermatology Partnership is a growing group of private clinics, who are trusted experts in dermatology and are now part of Bupa Health Services. We transform peoples' lives by providing outstanding dermatology care. We do this by placing patients at the heart of everything we do, striving to be the best at what we do and believe that our patients' trust is earned through the delivery of clinical services to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities:

As a healthcare assistant you will provide high-quality clinical and administrative support to the dermatology team, ensuring safe, effective and compassionate patient care in a private clinical setting.

* Support patients before, during, and after dermatological consultations and procedures
* Prepare treatment rooms, equipment, and sterile instruments
* Assist the Dermatologist / Nurse with minor surgical procedures, biopsies, laser treatments and wound care
* Apply dressings and provide post-procedure care as directed
* Take and manage clinical photographs where required by Dermatologists
* Maintain patient dignity, comfort and confidentiality at all times
* Accurately update and maintain electronic medical records within their scope of practice
* Manage consent forms and clinical documentation as required
* Assist with appointment scheduling and patient flow
* Handle clinical correspondence and basic reporting using Microsoft Office
* Monitor and replenish clinical stock and supplies
* Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations

Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:
* Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
* Care Certificate (completed)
* Dermatology Specific Training
* Safeguarding Training (Adults / Children)
* Basic Life Support (or willingness to undertake training)
* Infection prevention and control training
* Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a healthcare setting
* Familiarity with basic medical terminology
* Competent in the use of Microsoft Office and electronic record systems
* Experience in dermatology, outpatient, or private clinical settings
* Experience assisting with minor surgical or aesthetic procedures

Diversity and Inclusion

Bupa is committed to making sure that every applicant is assessed solely on personal merit and qualifications. We actively celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and provide an inclusive environment so you can bring your true self to Bupa.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.

If you require information regarding this role in an alternative format please email: careers@bupa.com

At Bupa we strive to ensure all our of customers, patients and staff are safe. All employees have a duty to ensure that safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk is prioritised and acted on appropriately'.

Time Type:Full time
Job Area:Clinical Services
Locations:Clinic & Dental - Crossrail Pl