Job Summary
The University Medical Group is a dynamic and high-quality practice caring for 32 000 patients. We are a single-site practice located close to the University campus, with a diverse patient population that includes around 9,000 students. This is a full‑time role with one extended shift until 20:00 each week.
Main duties
* Wound care dressings including compression
* Removal of stitches
* Perform NHS Health checks, weight monitoring, and Long-Term Condition monitoring including diabetic foot checks
* Provide lifestyle advice to patients and make any necessary referrals
* ECG
* Phlebotomy
* Administer B12 injections under PSDs signed by GPs
* Administer annual influenza vaccinations/pneumonia under PSD
* BP monitoring
* Injections, including B12, Zoladex, Whooping cough, Shingles under PSD
* Restocking of all clinical areas and maintaining stocks; keep areas clean
* Maintain and order clinical supplies
* Use appropriate templates in EMIS/Ardens for all procedures (training will be provided)
* Any other duties deemed appropriate
About Us
Being a centre of education is one of our objectives; staff development is a priority. We have student paramedics, PA students, Pharmacy students and two GP trainees. There is an in‑house educational programme with protected time to attend and a GP supervisor available daily for learners, plus an Urgent care team consisting of a GP and a paramedic for more unwell patients. This enables all clinicians to be supported if they have any clinical concerns about their patients.
High quality patient care is our top priority, and we are pleased and proud to have achieved Outstanding from CQC in its last two inspections. We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and motivated practice HCA to join our friendly nursing team with primary care experience.
Details
Date posted: 08 September 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: A0378-25-0011
Job locations: University Health Centre, 9 Northcourt Avenue, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AB; Whitley Villa Surgery, 1 Christchurch Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AB
Job Description & Responsibilities
Job responsibilities include the duties listed in the Main duties section above and related tasks as required.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential: Primary care experience required
Desirable: Driving licence
Qualifications
Essential: Phlebotomy certification; Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards equivalent; Care certificate
Disclosure
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB).
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