Overview
Turner Road Surgery is looking for a healthcare assistant (HCA) to join the practice in a vital patient-facing role with both clinical and administrative responsibilities. The role is offered on a part-time basis, 2-3 days/20 hours per week. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build on their experience, skills and competence, and must work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Applications are invited from those with previous primary care experience.
Responsibilities
* Carry out base-line observations such as pulse, oximetry, temperature, blood pressure and blood glucose levels, recording findings accurately.
* Wound care, venepuncture, phlebotomy checks and administering medicines and vaccines.
* Ensure that all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session.
* Update patient health records.
* Ensure that medical supplies are in stock.
* Act as a chaperone where required.
* Assist GP during the performance of minor operations.
* Communicate with patients, relatives and carers, including providing health promotion and education.
* New patient health checks.
* Diabetic foot checks.
About Turner Road Surgery
Turner Road Surgery is situated in Colchester in the Primary Care Centre next to Colchester Hospital. The practice has 10,300 patients and is part of the Creffield Medical Group PCN, which includes Nayland, Creffield, and West Bergholt. Turner Road Surgery is a training practice with a GP registrar and another joining in January.
Benefits
* NHS Pension Scheme
* Accredited health service discounts
* Annual leave, minimum 28 days FTE, with enhancements for long service
* Christmas vouchers
* Flexible working options
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