Package Description: Healthcare Assistant – Express new ideas, take initiative and save lives. We are looking for a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly general practice teams at Allied Medical Practice and Ship Street Surgery. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting the nursing team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to our patients.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake clinical activities including ECGs, phlebotomy, wound care, and health checks.
* Administer vaccinations (flu, shingles, B12, pneumococcal) and provide first aid when required.
* Support annual health promotion activities (e.g., QOF/DES/LES/IIF for diabetes and COPD).
* Process samples and maintain accurate patient records using clinical templates.
* Monitor and maintain infection control standards, including fridge temperature checks and COSHH compliance.
* Manage stock rotation and ordering of medical supplies and equipment.
* Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues, adapting to different needs and cultural backgrounds.
* Ensure adherence to practice policies and procedures, safeguarding, and health and safety requirements.
Essential Qualifications
* Previous experience in a general practice or healthcare setting.
* IT literacy and ability to use clinical systems.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage own workload and work to protocols.
Desirable Qualifications
* Experience with quality improvement initiatives in primary care.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Who are we?
We are Integrated Care 24 (IC24), a leading not‑for‑profit social enterprise providing innovative, patient‑focused primary care services across more than 6million patients.
Location
* School House Surgery, Hertford Road, Brighton, BN1 7GF
* Church Surgery, Saunders Park Rise, Brighton, BN2 4ES
* Ship Street Surgery, Ground Floor/First Floor, Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AE
Hours Available
37.5 hours Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am‑5pm
Benefits
* Hourly rate of £12.75 per hour.
* Additional annual leave above statutory minimum based on service.
* Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme.
* Free 24/7 independent counselling service.
* Learning and development opportunities.
* Free membership to our reward and discount platform.
* Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS discount schemes.
Other Information
Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and two references.
We have a duty to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of those who use our services and our employees. This means we take every step we can to protect from harm, abuse and damage.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and encourage applications from ethnic minorities, those with disabilities, LGBTQ+ communities, neurodiverse individuals, and other under‑represented groups. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.
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