Health Care Assistant

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  • Plymouth
  • £12.25-13.25 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 4 days ago
Church View Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly practice team and be a part of a service that provides great patient care.Main duties of the jobThe role of HCA is an essential part of our GP Practice team who provide the full range of NHS Primary Medical Services. You will be working alongside our friendly and patient focused clinical and management teams. We would like you to have knowledge of phlebotomy and basic health checks, and would be able to provide training to expand your skills to cover the whole range of HCA competencies in a GP practice. You must work with autonomy and a high degree of confidentiality, sensitivity, discretion, empathy and tact. We offer a regular shift pattern, access to NHS Pension, 28 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays, and a competitive salary. Hours are part time and negotiable, but we need the post to cover on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.This is a great opportunity for someone that really wants to have an impact on people's lives, to join a supportive team committed to an excellent patient service.About usWe pride ourselves in providing excellent care to more than twelve thousand patients in Plymstock, a suburb to the east of Plymouth. We have a good CQC rating, a consistent record of very high QOF achievement, and a great record of providing continuity of care. We have an extended clinical team which includes Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, Physiotherapists, Social Prescribers, Mental Health workers and Paramedics working alongside the GPs, Nurse Practitioners and Nursing team, supported by dedicated management and admin staff.Primary Care is very challenging and rewarding environment, and we work together to support each other. The partners believe that we will only thrive by making Church View a great place to work, and by attracting the very best staff. We will work with you to support you and develop your interests and enthusiasms.DetailsDate posted29 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£12.25 to £13.25 an hourContractPermanentWorking patternPart-time, Flexible workingReference numberA2796-25-0002Job locations30 Holland RoadPlymstockPlymouthDevonPL9 9BWJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE:Health Care AssistantEXPERIENCE:See attached Person SpecificationACCOUNTABILITY:Accountable to the Lead Nurse.RESPONSIBILITY:The Healthcare Assistant (HCA)provides an essential patient service, performing a range of tasks including phlebotomy, patient observations, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a safe and efficient environment.Responsibilities include provision of care as supervised and directed by the Practice Nursing team, updating records and restocking supplies. They may also be involved in health promotion and administrative duties.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPatient CarePatient ObservationsMeasuring and recording vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.Procedures within scope of training and competencyPhlebotomy, injections, wound care, ECGAssisting with ProceduresPreparing patients for examinations, assisting with minor procedures and chaperone duties.Health ChecksPerforming health checks, such as weight monitoring, urinalysis, and ECGs.When trained, carrying out NHS Health Checks.Record KeepingAccurately recording patient information in medical records and updating electronic health records.Infection ControlMaintaining a clean and hygienic environment, following infection control protocols.Stock ManagementEnsuring adequate supplies of clinical equipment and consumables are available in consulting rooms and treatment areas.Administrative TasksAssisting with administrative duties such as appointment scheduling, data entry, and processing paperwork.Health PromotionProviding basic health advice and education to patients on topics like smoking cessation, healthy eating, and exercise.Equipment MaintenanceEnsuring medical equipment is properly maintained and in working order.Training and DevelopmentParticipating in training and development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE:Health Care AssistantEXPERIENCE:See attached Person SpecificationACCOUNTABILITY:Accountable to the Lead Nurse.RESPONSIBILITY:The Healthcare Assistant (HCA)provides an essential patient service, performing a range of tasks including phlebotomy, patient observations, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a safe and efficient environment.Responsibilities include provision of care as supervised and directed by the Practice Nursing team, updating records and restocking supplies. They may also be involved in health promotion and administrative duties.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPatient CarePatient ObservationsMeasuring and recording vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.Procedures within scope of training and competencyPhlebotomy, injections, wound care, ECGAssisting with ProceduresPreparing patients for examinations, assisting with minor procedures and chaperone duties.Health ChecksPerforming health checks, such as weight monitoring, urinalysis, and ECGs.When trained, carrying out NHS Health Checks.Record KeepingAccurately recording patient information in medical records and updating electronic health records.Infection ControlMaintaining a clean and hygienic environment, following infection control protocols.Stock ManagementEnsuring adequate supplies of clinical equipment and consumables are available in consulting rooms and treatment areas.Administrative TasksAssisting with administrative duties such as appointment scheduling, data entry, and processing paperwork.Health PromotionProviding basic health advice and education to patients on topics like smoking cessation, healthy eating, and exercise.Equipment MaintenanceEnsuring medical equipment is properly maintained and in working order.Training and DevelopmentParticipating in training and development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.Person SpecificationKnowledge and skillsEssential
  • Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse led service
  • Knowledge of confidentiality and infection control requirements of role
  • Phlebotomy
  • Vaccination
  • Good basic literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
  • Knowledge of patient specific directions and associated policy
  • Wound care
  • NHS Health Checks
  • Change management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle
ExperienceEssential
  • Experience as an HCA in a clinical setting
  • Understanding of the importance of patient confidentiality
Desirable
  • GP practice experience
  • Experience of using a GP practice clinical system
Other CriteriaEssential
  • Self-directed practitioner
  • Highly motivated
  • Flexibility
  • Enthusiasm
  • Team player
  • Willingness to train and take on new roles
QualificationsEssential
  • Evidence of qualifications and courses appropriate to the role
Person SpecificationKnowledge and skillsEssential
  • Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse led service
  • Knowledge of confidentiality and infection control requirements of role
  • Phlebotomy
  • Vaccination
  • Good basic literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
  • Knowledge of patient specific directions and associated policy
  • Wound care
  • NHS Health Checks
  • Change management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle
ExperienceEssential
  • Experience as an HCA in a clinical setting
  • Understanding of the importance of patient confidentiality
Desirable
  • GP practice experience
  • Experience of using a GP practice clinical system
Other CriteriaEssential
  • Self-directed practitioner
  • Highly motivated
  • Flexibility
  • Enthusiasm
  • Team player
  • Willingness to train and take on new roles
QualificationsEssential
  • Evidence of qualifications and courses appropriate to the role

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