HCA (Maternity Cover) – Healthcare Assistant
Location: 30 Wheatbridge Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 2AB, England
Job Summary
Assist GPs and the practice nurse team in the delivery of patient care. Report to the practice manager, GP Partners, and nurse manager. 37 hours per week, fixed‑term 12‑month maternity cover. Salary depends on experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Phlebotomy
* 24hr ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
* CVD health checks
* Ear syringing
* New patient health checks
* ECG recording
* Urinalysis
* Chaperoning duties
* Blood pressure and pulse recording
* B12, Flu, Pneumococcal vaccinations (dependent on training)
* Weight management clinics
* Spirometry
* Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment
* Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording
* Clearing and re‑stocking consulting rooms
* Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions, including assisting GPs during minor procedures
* Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patient health and well‑being
* Undertaking specific clinical activities delegated to the post‑holder
* Assisting with recall and promoting health and well‑being awareness
* Collecting and collating data on health and well‑being needs
* Other delegated duties deemed appropriate
Person Specification – Essential
* Experience in a healthcare setting and within a GP practice
* GCSE English and Maths (C or above) and Care Certificate
* Ability to provide quality care
* Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
* Basic IT skills, computer literate
* Effective time management skills and ability to work independently
* Phlebotomy, ECGs, blood pressure, 24hr BP checks competencies
* Strict confidentiality and understanding of data protection
* Ability to work independently and under pressure, flexible and adaptable
* Willingness to develop professionally
Person Specification – Desirable
* Knowledge of SystmOne
* Knowledge of NHS health checks
* Experience with dressings/simplified wound care
* Vaccination and immunisation course
* Ear syringing, spirometry, health and safety awareness
* Awareness of blood‑borne viruses
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Other
* Industry: Hospitals
* Reference number: A2482-25-0003
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Pay: £13.80 per hour (negotiable dependent on experience)
Equality, Diversity & Confidentiality
The post‑holder will uphold equality, diversity, and privacy standards, and treat all information as confidential, following practice policies and the NHS Data Protection regulations.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
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