NHS Jobs • Fareham PO14 1TT

Healthcare Assistant

About this role

Healthcare Assistant

Lung Cancer Screening Programme Location

South West Covering sites in Swindon, Portsmouth and Fareham. Flexibility in travelling to different areas in SW is essential.

Travel

Full

UK Driving Licence Required Shifts

12-hour patterns, 3 days a week (8am8pm), including weekends and bank holidays Make a real difference in early cancer detection. Join InHealths Lung Cancer Screening Programme and be part of a vital service that helps detect lung cancer earlywhen treatment is most effective. As a Healthcare Assistant (HCA), youll play a key role in delivering a professional, compassionate, and patient-focused experience across our mobile screening sites in the South West.

What youll do

Welcome patients and guide them through their screening journey with empathy and professionalism Support clinical colleagues in delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced, mobile environment Assist with patient handovers between screening and CT scan locations Maintain accurate patient records and ensure data confidentiality Help manage clinic flow, support scheduling, and respond to patient queries Uphold high standards of cleanliness, safety, and infection control Contribute to a 7-day service, including bank holidays, with occasional remote admin work

What were looking for

Experience in a patient or customer-facing role Strong communication and interpersonal skills Confidence using Microsoft Office and patient management systems A flexible, team-oriented approach with the ability to adapt to changing priorities A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across sites

What youll bring

A calm, compassionate, and professional manner A proactive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure A commitment to maintaining patient dignity, privacy, and safety An understanding of data protection and confidentiality (GDPR