Healthcare Assistant - GP Practice

We are seeking a caring motivated and patient focused healthcare assistant to join our friendly team at St Anthonys Health Centre

Working eighteen point five hours per week you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of safe effective and high quality care for our patients

Under the guidance of our nurses and gps you will carry out a range of clinical tasks including observations phlebotomy ecgs nhs health checks and supporting longterm condition monitoring You will often work onetoone with patients so clear sensitive and professional communication is essential

While previous HCA experience is welcome it is not required as full training will be provided We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic reliable keen to learn and able to build positive rapport with people from a wide variety of backgrounds

As part of our supportive multidisciplinary team you will contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment promoting healthy lifestyle choices and ensuring accurate documentation within our clinical systems

Joining St Anthonys Health Centre means becoming part of a compassionate patient centred practice committed to teamwork learning and high quality care for our community

Hours for this post is 18.50 hours

1230 to 1700 Tuesday

0930 to 1700 Wednesday

0930 to 1700 Thursday

PLEASE NOTE:

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE ADVERT EARLY

the healthcare assistant will support the clinical team by carrying out a range of patient facing tasks to ensure safe effective and person-centred care

key duties include performing routine observations undertaking phlebotomy and assisting with nhs health checks and longterm condition monitoring the role involves engaging with patients during onetoone appointments offering clear explanations supporting lifestyle discussions and helping patients feel at ease

you will prepare and maintain clinical rooms ensuring equipment is clean safe and fully stocked and accurately record all activity using the practices clinical system the postholder will assist clinicians during procedures such as minor surgery provide chaperone support when needed and contribute to infection prevention measures across the practice additional tasks include administering selected vaccines once trained carrying out feno testing and supporting the care home team with monitoring of residents longterm conditions

working as part of the multidisciplinary team the postholder will help ensure the smooth running of clinics and participate in ongoing training to maintain required competencies

st anthonys health centre is a well established gp practice dedicated to delivering high quality accessible and compassionate primary care to our local community we focus on providing safe effective and patient centred services with an emphasis on continuity of care and supporting the longterm health and wellbeing of our population

our team includes gps nurses healthcare assistants pharmacists mental health practitioners and administrative staff who work collaboratively to offer a friendly responsive and supportive service we value good communication teamwork and a positive working environment and we encourage ongoing learning and development for all staff

as a practice we are committed to continually improving patient experience and ensuring that our services remain reliable approachable and tailored to the needs of the community joining st anthonys health centre means becoming part of a forward thinking organisation that places patients at the heart of everything we do

Job Purpose

The Healthcare Assistant will contribute to the efficient delivery of high quality patient centred care within St Anthonys Health Centre. Working under the direction of nurses and GPs the postholder will undertake a variety of clinical and administrative tasks to support patient assessment treatment and health promotion. The role requires excellent communication skills attention to detail and a compassionate approach to patient interactions.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Carry out routine clinical observations including:
• Blood pressure
• Pulse
• Temperature
• Weight and BMI
• Undertake phlebotomy and collect specimens in accordance with practice protocols.
• Support longterm condition management under the supervision of clinicians.
• Conduct NHS Health Checks and assist with wider health promotion activity.
• Perform FeNO testing following training and competency assessment.
• Administer selected vaccines and injections once fully trained and signed off.
• Engage with patients during onetoone appointments, ensuring information is explained clearly and sensitively.
• Support the care home team with longterm condition monitoring for residents.
• Provide chaperone support when required.
• Coil clinics
• Other treatment sessions as needed

Clinical Environmental & Safety

• Prepare, clean and restock clinical rooms daily to maintain a safe, organised environment.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards at all times.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned,…