We are seeking a part time (16 hours per week) pro-active Health Care Assistant to support the delivery of high quality patient care within our GP surgery. You will work closely with the clinical team to provide a range of clinical and administrative services, contributing to the health and wellbeing of our practice population.
We are looking for someone who has experience of working in a GP Setting. Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties
Clinical duties:
* Perform routine health checks (e.g., blood pressure, height, weight, BMI)
* Long Term Conditions reviews (LTCS)
* Carry out ECGs
* Home Visits
* Administer vaccinations (e.g., flu) and injections (if trained)
* Carry out wound care and dressings
* Assist with chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, asthma)
* Conduct NHS health checks and new patient health checks
* Support minor surgery and other clinical procedures
* Process specimens and ensure accurate labelling and transportation
* Maintain accurate and timely clinical records
* Infection control
Administrative duties:
* Ensure consultation rooms are clean, well-stocked, and prepared for clinics
* Support stock control and ordering of medical supplies
* Assist with recall systems and patient reminders
* Maintain patient confidentiality and follow data protection policies
* Any other duties deemed appropriate to the post
About us
We are a GP teaching Practice along with teaching students from university. We are high achieving and forward thinking. The team consists of 3 GP Partners, x 2 Salaried GP, x 1 Practice Nurse, x 2 HCAs, Practice Manager and a full complement of practice administrators.
We form part of Citrus PCN we offer extended hours and have a compliment of ARRS staff at the practice: Physio, Pharmacists, Social prescribers and care co-ordinators.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification)
* Experience working in a healthcare setting
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Compassionate, patient-focused approach
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Good organisational and time-management skills
* Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection
* Previous experience in a General Practice or Primary Care setting/ Care home setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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