Oral Outpatient HCA

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support the Oral Outpatients team. You will work alongside Consultants, Doctors, Nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working within an Oral Surgery or Oral Theatre environment, as the role requires familiarity with oral surgical procedures, clinical preparation, and maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist clinicians and nursing staff during oral outpatient and oral surgical procedures.
• Prepare treatment and procedure rooms before and between patients.
• Assist with the preparation and safe handling of clinical equipment and surgical instruments.
• Support clinicians during minor oral surgical and dental procedures.
• Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and reassurance before procedures.
• Monitor patients and report any concerns or changes in their condition to the appropriate clinical staff.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Undertake cleaning, decontamination, and preparation of clinical areas in accordance with Trust policies.
• Assist with the safe transfer and movement of patients where required.
• Ensure clinical equipment and treatment areas are appropriately stocked and ready for use.
• Dispose of clinical waste and sharps safely and in accordance with local procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with relevant NHS policies and procedures.
• Complete relevant documentation accurately and promptly.
• Work effectively as part of the wider multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience working as an HCA within an NHS or healthcare setting.
• Experience in Oral Surgery, Oral Outpatients, or Oral Theatre is essential.
• Experience assisting with surgical or dental procedures.
• Good understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Familiarity with clinical environments, equipment, and patient preparation.
• Ability to work effectively alongside Consultants, Nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and professional approach to patient care.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to adapt to a busy clinical environment.

Additional Information:

• This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration.