Job Summary
Dr Laliwala & Partners is looking to welcome a HCA/GPA Assistant to join the team on a Fixed Term basis.
The main responsibilities of the role include:
- Supporting the practice team by carrying out the following:
o Baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately
o Routine investigations such as ECGs and venepuncture
o Wound care and dressings
o Ensuring specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
o Flu vaccinations
o Ear irrigation under the supervision of the practice nurse
o Act as a chaperone as required
o Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
o Undertake new patient health checks and BMI monitoring
o Any other clinical tasks as required
- Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes and chronic disease clinics
- Ensure daily, weekly and monthly checks are carried out such as stocking rooms, checking fridge contents and temperatures, removing clinical waste etc. and logging this information as specified
- Compression bandaging essential
- Provide support during minor operations
- Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
- Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
- Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
- Support and participate in shared learning within the organisation
About you
As a key member of our team of Doctors, Physician Associates, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Nurses you will have:
- A level 3 healthcare qualification or equivalent, or be working towards this
- Previously dealt with the public and worked in a healthcare setting
- Ideally you will have a relevant qualification in Phlebotomy/Venepuncture
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and you will be able to understand the needs of the patient and be sensitive and empathic
- Good interpersonal skills, committed to supporting the team and the ability to work under pressure
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- Strong IT skills
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
About Us
We have a diverse patient population across the sites with varying health needs.
We offer:
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- Free on-site parking
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Job Types: Full-time or Part Time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.00-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Language:
Work Location: In person
