Dermatology Healthcare Assistant

We are looking for Healthcare Assistants to support Dermatology Outpatient Clinic within NHS Lothian. You will work alongside Consultants and Nursing staff to provide high-quality patient care and help ensure clinics run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Support patients attending Dermatology outpatient appointments. Assist clinical staff with patient care and clinic preparation. Chaperone patients where required.

Record and update patient information accurately. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment. Follow infection control and patient confidentiality policies.

Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Essential Experience Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a healthcare setting. Previous experience in Dermatology as a HCA Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work within a busy clinical environment. Understanding of patient confidentiality and infection control procedures. Ability to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care.

Desirable Experience Phlebotomy skills. Experience working within the NHS.

Requirements

PVG clearance Availability for regular weekday and weekend shifts. Ability to complete mandatory training before starting.