Job Description
We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our Team.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team we aim to treat and manage the needs of our patient demographic to improve the health of the local community. Working in our modern purpose built medical centre with a diverse practice population of approx. 19,000, you will never be bored.
Our Nursing team consists of 1 phlebotomist, 4 HCA’s, 5 Practice Nurses and 4 Nurse Practitioners managed by a Nursing Team Manager. We are looking for a new HCA to join our Nursing team for 18 hours a week.
As a practice we provide teaching for medical students, participation in research studies and participation in service transformation pilots.
Job Summary:
The HCA will be able to assess the clinical needs of patients. They will be expected to provide care/treatment in conjunction with the GP, as appropriate and according to Practice policy, protocol, SOP etc. The HCA will advise patients in general health care and minor ailments with referral to General Practitioners when necessary.
Job Requirements:
Identify, and participate as appropriate, in treatment plans for patients both at risk of developing a long-term condition and with a diagnosed chronic disease.
Long-term condition reviews
NHS Health checks
Dressing and wound management, including compression bandaging/hosiery and leg Ulcer care.
Suture and clip removal.
Aid/chaperone to GP during clinical procedures, e.g. minor operations etc.
Specimen collection e.g. msu, pregnancy tests, occult blood, faeces for O&S, sputum, etc. The HCA will be responsible for labelling samples, form filling and ensuring timely preparation of specimens for collection to laboratory.
General observations e.g. BP, pulse and temperature.
ECG
Use and care of nebulisers.
The HCA will be responsible for upkeep and maintenance of medical equipment.
Ensure the maintenance of stock levels in the Treatment Room relating to patient care.
Flu vaccination clinics/any other vaccination clinics as deemed appropriate.
Any other routine injection e.g., B12, Shingles, Pneumococcal etc
Person Specification
Good IT skills
Team player
Enthusiastic
Flexible approach
‘Can Do’ person
What can we offer?
- NHS pension
- Financial support for continued professional development.
- Regular clinical supervision
- Option to attend social and team building events such as Friday breakfast, staff BBQ’s, Christmas parties and away days.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Monday OFF
Tuesday 13:30 – 18:00 (4.5)
Wednesday 13:30 – 18:00 (4.5)
Thursday 13:30 – 18:00 (4.5)
Friday 13:30 – 18:00 (4.5)
Salary: Dependant on experience
Previous applicants need not apply.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.29 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Sick pay
Experience:
- Working in a GP pratice: 1 year (preferred)
- Compression: 1 year (preferred)
- Dressings: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
