Job Summary:
Looking for a job in the NHS where you can make a difference to people’s lives?
We are based in the beautiful market town of Blandford Forum, a short drive from Wimborne, Poole, Dorchester, and Bournemouth. We are a CQC rated 'Outstanding' Practice.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Health Care Assistant with experience in primary or secondary care or someone with the skills and personal qualities looking to train as a Health Care Assistant. This role is part time working Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8am-4pm. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and proof of Right to Work will be required upon successful appointment. Previous applicants need not apply.
Working under the supervision of the Practice Nurses and strictly in accordance with specific Practice guidelines and protocols, the Healthcare Assistant will assist the Practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.
For those without previous experience we offer a comprehensive training pathway, and completion of the recognised Care Certificate.
What can we offer?
- 5 weeks pro rated annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Enrolment into the NHS Pension
- Enhanced sick leave once passed probation
- Eyecare Vouchers
- Free parking at all sites
- Annual pay review
At The Blandford Group Practice, we continually strive to create a workplace culture that parallels our core values focusing on ethical attitude, open communication, and strategic & continuous self-development. We are an inclusive and diverse workplace that empowers our team to work collaboratively to complete their best work for the benefit of the local community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful applicant will join our existing HCA team who play a key role in supporting our patients with a range of duties like taking bloods, blood pressure readings, cleaning surgical equipment, vaccine restocking and administrative support.
ECG recording
Blood pressure monitoring using electronic devices
Phlebotomy
Blood glucose checks using in-house machines
Chaperoning duties
Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/Nurses
Cleaning and maintenance of surgical equipment
Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording
Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation
Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms
Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations + IUS and IUD fittings
Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients’ health and well-being
Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual
Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being eg height, weight, BMI, blood pressure, urinalysis
Person Specification (all essential unless otherwise stated)
Knowledge, Ability & Skills
An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense
Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team
Able to work under pressure
Ability to manage time effectively in a busy clinic
Ability to self-motivate, organise and prioritise own workload
Ability to follow protocols and procedures
Caring and compassionate approach
High level of integrity and discretion
Excellent communication and people skills
The ability to work as a team player and autonomously
Ability to self-motivate
Judgement and initiative
Respects patient confidentiality
Driver / own transport
Education, Qualifications & Training
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Desirable)
Care Certificate (Desirable)
Experience
Previous experience in a general practice environment (Desirable)
Experience carrying out basic clinical procedures such as: Blood pressure measurement Height/weight/BMI Basic observations (Desirable)
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Blandford Forum DT11 7BP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
