Overview
A vacancy has arisen within the Treatment Room for an enthusiastic and flexible HCA (Healthcare Assistant) to work alongside and support the nursing team and other clinical staff within our large but friendly surgery. The role will be based mainly at BCHC but may involve work at our branch surgery on Bridge Street. The HCA will help with duties mainly within the Treatment Room, supporting the clinical Nursing team but also other clinicians throughout the surgery. This will be by carrying out clinical tasks and supporting the team with housekeeping duties such as ordering, cleaning and administrative duties as required.
Responsibilities
* Phlebotomy (including some home phlebotomy)
* NHS health checks
* ECG recordings
* Assisting with complex wounds
* Urinalysis
* Blood pressure and weight measurements
* Administration of injections (B12, Pneumonia and Shingles)
* Diabetes health checks and Doppler studies
* Contribute to ordering of essential clinical supplies
* Help keep the department clean and tidy and support infection prevention and control to minimise cross-infection
* Support the team across the surgery while working within BCHC policies and local guidelines
Qualifications / Skills
* Ability to provide quality care with good interpersonal and communication skills
* Some healthcare experience from a previous role
* Driving licence is preferred due to some home phlebotomy
* Willingness to work occasional Saturdays as required by the Practice
Additional Information
We are a large but friendly team who strive to give excellent patient care. We offer comprehensive training with clinical supervision to ensure you work effectively and safely. PML is a not-for-profit, GP-led organisation providing NHS community and primary care clinical services across Oxfordshire and Northamptonshire.
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